The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia has intensified with a series of drone attacks by both sides on July 4-5, 2024. Ukrainian forces targeted Russian territory, including a significant strike on the Tambovsky Powder Plant in the Tambov region. While Russian authorities denied the attack, local residents reported explosions and fires at the plant, which is a major producer of ammunition and gunpowder.In retaliation, Russian forces launched multiple drone attacks on various Ukrainian regions. The Ukrainian Air Force reported enemy drones moving through Sumy towards Chernihiv region, and tactical aviation strikes in the Kharkiv region. Air raid alerts were issued in several areas, including Chernihiv, Sumy, and Kharkiv.One of the most severe attacks occurred in the Odessa region, where Russian forces launched a rocket attack on civilian port infrastructure. The attack resulted in one civilian death and seven injuries, as well as damage to port structures and administrative-residential buildings.In the Donetsk region, intense fighting continued around the strategic town of Toretsk. A Ukrainian military officer reported that Russian forces are attempting to break through to the town, with attacks continuing around the clock. The officer noted that the enemy has a numerical advantage in personnel, artillery, and aviation.Meanwhile, Ukrainian drones targeted the Russian city of Primorsko-Akhtarsk in the Krasnodar region. Initially, Russian officials reported no casualties, but later updates indicated that at least six people, including two children, were hospitalized. The attack also damaged civilian infrastructure, including an apartment block and a power substation.Both sides claimed to have successfully intercepted and shot down enemy drones. However, the ongoing attacks and counterattacks highlight the escalating nature of the conflict, with no signs of de-escalation in sight.
Key points
- Ukrainian forces attacked the Tambovsky Powder Plant in Russia, a major ammunition producer.
- Russian forces launched multiple drone attacks on Ukrainian regions, including a deadly strike on Odessa’s port infrastructure.
- At least six people, including two children, were hospitalized after a Ukrainian drone attack on Primorsko-Akhtarsk, Russia.
- Intense fighting continues around the strategic town of Toretsk in the Donetsk region.
Contradictions👾Initial reports from Russian officials claimed no casualties in the Primorsko-Akhtarsk attack, but later updates confirmed at least six injuries.
👾Russian authorities denied the attack on the Tambovsky Powder Plant, while local residents reported explosions and fires.
