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Ukrainian Missiles Hit Russian Saki Air Base in Crimea on July 26, ATACMS Used, 13 Explosions Reported

Jul 26, 2024, 06:22 AM

On the night of July 26, at 2:41 am, Ukrainian missile strikes reportedly hit Russia's Saki Air Base in occupied Crimea, causing significant damage. Explosions were heard in the area, and local authorities declared an air raid alert, warning of a drone attack threat. Residents reported at least 13 explosions around Yevpatoriya and Saky, with strikes also targeting the Russian military airfield in Novofedorivka. Eyewitnesses indicated that an ammunition depot and aircraft were affected. A Russian radar system was destroyed, and two servicemen received shrapnel wounds. The strike was reportedly carried out using ATACMS missiles, resulting in a fire at the ammunition depot.