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On December 26, Ukraine Strikes Russian Drone Facility for Shahed Kamikaze Drones in Oryol Region, Reducing Attack Capabilities

Dec 28, 2024, 09:16 AM

On December 26, the Ukrainian Air Force, in coordination with other defense forces, executed a missile strike on a fortified Russian facility in the Oryol region. The targeted site was a storage, maintenance, and repair facility for Shahed kamikaze drones, which included multiple reinforced concrete structures. The Ukrainian General Staff reported that this strike significantly reduced Russia's capability to conduct airstrikes using these drones against Ukrainian civilian infrastructure. The operation is part of Ukraine's ongoing efforts to mitigate threats from Russian drone attacks.