Ukraine Strikes Key Russian Targets, Boost Long-Range Offensives

Ukraine's military announced it hit an ammunition depot in Russia's Adygeya region and targeted various Russian military bases using long-range drones. The attacks aim to weaken Russia's air offensive abilities and have caused evacuations in nearby villages, although no casualties were reported.

On Thursday, Ukraine's military disclosed a significant overnight operation targeting an ammunition depot at a Russian airfield in Adygeya, North Caucasus. The airfield, located about 450 km from Ukrainian battle lines, plays a crucial role in Russia's military strategy against Ukraine.

The attack sparked a fire, prompting local evacuations and affecting 57 Russian aircraft stationed there. No casualties were reported. The airfield is reportedly used by Russia for launching missile and bomb attacks against Ukraine, according to a source from Ukraine's state security service.

This operation is part of a broader Ukrainian strategy to use long-range drones to target Russian military assets deep within Russian territory, as Kyiv seeks to mitigate Moscow's offensive capabilities and rally international support for fewer restrictions on military engagements in Russia.

(With inputs from agencies.)