Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 01:19pm on 20 Mar 2025,Thursday International
In a major escalation, Ukraine launched a drone strike on Russia’s Engels-2 airbase in Saratov Oblast, home to Tu-95 and Tu-160 nuclear-capable bombers. The attack, occurring 700 km from the frontlines, resulted in large explosions and fires, with videos showing smoke rising from damaged facilities. Russian officials claimed to have intercepted 132 drones, but reports suggest significant damage. Local authorities declared a state of emergency, shutting down schools and evacuating residents. This deep-strike operation marks one of Ukraine’s boldest attacks on Russian soil, highlighting Kyiv’s expanding military capabilities and the intensifying conflict.
