Ukraine Escalates Drone Strikes on Russian Energy Facilities Amid Widespread Conflict

Dozens of drones targeted key infrastructure in Russia, causing significant damage and civilian casualties, as Ukraine responds to intensified Russian airstrikes.

Ukraine launched a major drone attack on Russian energy facilities, hitting fuel depots and power substations.
Russian regions including Belgorod, Bryansk, and Smolensk reported significant damage and civilian casualties due to the drone strikes.
Russia claims to have shot down 50 Ukrainian drones, intensifying air defense measures in response.
The attacks are part of Ukraine's strategy to target Russian military-industrial support structures, aiming to pressure Moscow amid ongoing conflict.
Increased military activity reported across multiple Ukrainian regions, with both sides suffering casualties and infrastructural damage.