Drone attack in southern Russia
On the night of Tuesday in Rostov-on-Don a series of powerful explosions occurred - according to preliminary data, the city suffered massive drone attacks. Local residents reported dozens of explosions and the operation of the air defence system.
Air defence hits the residential sector
According to Russian Telegram channels, during the attempt to shoot down the drones Russian air defence system mistakenly hits a residential building. As a result, a fire broke out in the building, smashing windows and damaging the ceiling.
Preliminary, there are civilian casualties.
Response of local authorities
Rostov Region officials said that «several facilities were damaged as a result of the attack», but have not yet commented on the cause of the damage. Rescuers and emergency services are working at the scene.
Context.
Rostov-on-Don is an important logistical and military centre through which the Russian army supplies its groups in the south.
In recent weeks, the region has seen regular drone attacks are recorded, The company's missiles are aimed at military and industrial targets.
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