Ukrainian drone hit residential building in Russia; military airfield on fire

A Ukrainian drone reportedly struck a residential building in the Russian city of Engels, according to information circulating on Telegram. The building is located about 2 kilometers from a military airfield in the same city, which serves as a base for Russia's long-range strategic bombers.

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The drone hit a building in the city of Engels - according to information appearing on the Telegram service.

The Engels airfield is known to host strategic bombers such as the Tu-160 and Tu-95MS. These aircraft are utilized by Russia for conducting attacks on targets within Ukraine, including launching Kh-101 and Kh-555 cruise missiles. The airfield has been a target of Ukrainian attacks in the past, leading to the relocation of some bombers to other bases.

In the night of July 15-16, Ukrainian drones were reportedly active in the Saratov Oblast, where Engels is situated. Telegram channels suggested that one drone hit a residential building in the "Ladya" housing estate. Roman Busargin, the governor of Saratov Oblast, confirmed damage to civilian infrastructure in Engels due to drone attacks but stated that no one was injured in the incident.

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Civilian infrastructure was damaged in the city of Engels as a result of drone attacks.

Following the reported attacks, operations at the Saratov airport were suspended. Additionally, information emerging from Engels indicates a fire at the military airport, although the governor has not officially confirmed an attack on this specific facility. The events in Engels occurred amidst broader disruptions, including the suspension of traffic on the Crimean Bridge and restricted operations at airports near Moscow.

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No one was injured in the attack.