Ukraine Launches Major Drone Strike Near St. Petersburg
Ukraine launched one of its largest drone operations against the St. Petersburg region, prompting Russian authorities to describe the assault as unprecedented. The attack coincided with the final day of Russia’s annual economic forum, a major event aimed at attracting international investors. According to officials in the Leningrad region, Russian air defenses intercepted more than 140 drones during the operation. Regional Governor Aleksandr Drozdenko said the strikes triggered a fire at a military facility and led to the evacuation of nearby residents. He added that only minor damage was reported to surrounding buildings. St. Petersburg Governor Alexander Beglov urged residents to remain indoors, marking the first such advisory issued in the city since the start of the conflict more than four years ago. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that Ukrainian forces had targeted military infrastructure, including naval facilities in Kronstadt, […]
