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Overnight Strikes Hit Oryol and Vladimir as Russia Reports Massive Drone Wave

Conflicting accounts from officials versus analysts highlight damage to Russian energy sites.

Overview

  • Vladimir’s governor reported a drone attack on an energy facility near the city, saying specialists were on site and life-support systems remained operational.
  • Explosions occurred near Oryol’s combined heat and power plant, with the regional governor claiming two jet-powered drones were downed and debris damaged homes.
  • Local residents and Astra OSINT pointed to a strike on the Oryol CHP itself, disputing official descriptions and suggesting missiles or jet-powered drones were used.
  • Ukraine’s Center for Countering Disinformation chief said the Oryol CHP was in very bad shape following the overnight blasts.
  • Russia’s Defense Ministry reported destroying 40 fixed-wing drones across several regions, while Belgorod authorities alleged more than 110 drones and over 18 projectiles hit the region in the past day, causing injuries and property damage.