A large fire illuminated the night sky over the city of Lyudinovo in Russia's Kaluga Oblast, triggered by a drone strike attributed to Ukraine. Residents in the vicinity reported hearing a series of explosions, as documented by various Telegram channels from Russia. Unverified footage posted on social media displayed the intense flames consuming the oil depot.
Governor Vladislav Shapsha confirmed that the fire started at around 9:30 pm local time at what he referred to as an "industrial facility." Fortunately, he reported that there were no casualties resulting from this incident. The Ukrainian military has not yet issued a statement regarding the strike, and the overall impact of the damage has not been fully assessed.
This drone strike appears to be part of an intensified campaign by Ukraine to target essential energy infrastructure within Russia.
6 Comments
Donatello
Hopefully, this strike will weaken Russia's resolve and push them towards negotiations instead of further escalation.
Leonardo
Targeting oil depots will cause environmental damage and harm ordinary people more than anything. This is not the way to win hearts and minds.
Raphael
Ukraine has the right to defend itself, regardless of the tactics used. Russia wouldn't hesitate to do the same.
Michelangelo
This is how you fight back against a bully! Russia won't understand peace talks until they feel the real cost of their actions.
Donatello
Another reckless act of war by Ukraine, hitting civilian infrastructure and putting innocent lives at risk!
BuggaBoom
This is only making the situation worse and pushing us all closer to a wider war. We need peace, not more bloodshed.