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Дроны атаковали аэродром в российском Липецке, – СНБО (видео)
Russian Airfield of Lipetsk Hit by Drones
Kyiv: Ukraine behind drone strikes on Russian airfield
Russia claimed that the drones were intercepted by air defense systems
According to the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), Ukrainian drones attacked the Russian airfield of Lipetsk on Tuesday. The SBU released a statement saying that the drones struck the Diaghilevo Air Base, which is about 500 kilometers (310 miles) southeast of Moscow. The statement did not provide any information about the damage caused by the strikes.
In response, the Russian Defense Ministry claimed to have shot down approaching drones. The ministry stated that air defense systems intercepted and destroyed the Ukrainian drones before they could reach their target. No damage or casualties were reported by the ministry.
The attack on the Lipetsk airfield is the latest in a series of drone strikes that have targeted Russian military facilities in recent months. In December, drones struck the Engels-2 air base in Saratov Oblast, damaging several aircraft. In October, drones struck a naval base in Sevastopol, Crimea, causing extensive damage to several warships.
The Ukrainian government has not officially claimed responsibility for any of the drone strikes. However, Ukrainian officials have hinted that the country is behind the attacks.
The drone strikes are a sign of Ukraine's growing military capabilities. The country has acquired a number of advanced drones in recent years, and it is now using these drones to target Russian military targets.
The attacks are also a sign of Ukraine's determination to defend itself against Russian aggression. Ukraine has been fighting a war against Russia since 2014, and the conflict has killed thousands of people.
The drone strikes are a major blow to Russia's military. The attacks have damaged Russian aircraft and warships, and they have forced Russia to strengthen its air defenses.
The drone strikes are also a major propaganda victory for Ukraine. The attacks have shown that Ukraine is capable of striking Russian targets deep inside Russia.