Ukraine's Long-Arm Drones Stir Russia's Industrial Heartland

Deep inside Russia, Ukrainian drones are making their presence felt. In the city of Sterlitamak, around 1, 300 kilometers from the Ukrainian border, two drones targeted an industrial plant. Local officials reported that both drones were shot down, and no one was hurt. But the incident left a mark: an explosion at the Sterlitamak Petrochemical Plant caused part of its water treatment facility to collapse. This plant, which produces rubber and aviation fuel, had never been targeted before. Meanwhile, in the Nizhny Novgorod region, about 800 kilometers from Ukraine, explosions rocked an industrial area. This region is home to an oil refinery and a petrochemical plant. Russian officials stayed quiet, but local media buzzed with reports. It's clear that Ukraine's drone strikes are shaking things up, aiming at key spots like manufacturing plants, oil refineries, and military hubs to disrupt Russia's war efforts. Back on the battlefield, the fight for Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region is heating up. This city is a crucial stronghold for Ukraine, and Russia has been trying to take it for over a year. Recently, Russia has ramped up its efforts, claiming progress. Experts note that Russian forces are pushing forward and feeling more at ease within Pokrovsk itself. But Ukraine isn't taking this lying down. They've been hit hard too. In the Dnipropetrovsk region, Russian attacks killed one person and injured 11 others, including two children. Ukraine's air force reported that Russia fired seven missiles and 130 drones in a single night. Even Romania got involved, deploying fighter jets after spotting explosions near the Ukrainian shore. It's a tense situation, with both sides trading blows and pushing their limits. Ukraine's long-range drones are proving to be a game-changer, reaching deep into Russia and forcing officials to scramble. The war is far from over, and every move counts.