Ukraine Strikes Deep into Russia: Drone Attacks Rock Air Bases

Ukraine Claims Successful Attack on Russian Air Bases Saratov Oblast, Russia - In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict, the Ukrainian military has claimed responsibility for a drone attack on two Russian air bases. The attacks, which reportedly occurred overnight, targeted the Engels air base in Saratov Oblast and another air base, causing significant damage and fires. Footage circulating online shows massive plumes of black smoke and intense flames. "The attacks were a direct response to Russia's continued aggression against Ukraine," stated a spokesperson for the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The spokesperson declined to provide further details about the operation, citing operational security. Russian authorities have yet to officially comment on the scale of the damage or casualties. However, independent analysts examining satellite imagery have corroborated the presence of fires and damage at the Engels air base, lending credence to the Ukrainian claims. The incident underscores the evolving nature of the conflict and the increasingly audacious tactics employed by both sides.