In the early hours of July 9, 2024, Ukrainian forces launched a large-scale drone attack on multiple regions in Russia, including Rostov, Volgograd, and Astrakhan. The assault began around 2:00 am local time, targeting various strategic locations across these regions.In the Rostov region, Governor Vasiliy Golubev reported that Russian air defense forces and electronic warfare systems successfully destroyed or suppressed several dozen Ukrainian drones. The attack resulted in fires at an electrical substation in the Rodionovo-Nesvetaysky district and in dry vegetation in Rostov-on-Don, where drone debris had fallen.Similarly, in the Volgograd region, Governor Andrei Bocharov confirmed that Ukrainian drones targeted a power station in Frolov and an oil base in Kalach-on-Don. While the air defense systems managed to repel the attack, falling debris caused fires at both locations. The fire at the power station was quickly extinguished without disrupting energy supply, while firefighting efforts continued at the oil base.The Astrakhan region also came under attack, as reported by Governor Igor Babushkin. However, Russian air defense systems successfully repelled the assault, resulting in no casualties or damage in the region.These incidents follow a pattern of increased drone activity in the ongoing conflict. Just days earlier, on July 5-6, similar attacks were reported in the Krasnodar Krai region, resulting in fires at two oil bases.Russian officials have strongly condemned these attacks, with regional administrations and emergency services working to manage the aftermath and ensure public safety. The Ukrainian military and government have not yet commented on these incidents.As the situation continues to develop, Russian authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and report any drone sightings to emergency services.
Key points
- Ukrainian forces launched a large-scale drone attack on multiple Russian regions on July 9, 2024.
- Russian air defense and electronic warfare systems reportedly destroyed or suppressed dozens of drones.
- The attacks resulted in fires at electrical substations, oil bases, and dry vegetation in various locations.
- Russian officials reported no casualties, but damage to infrastructure in some areas.
