Ukrainian forces struck an ammunition depot at a military airfield in Russia’s Adygea region overnight, marking the latest in a series of long-range attacks targeting Russian military airbases and ammunition depots. The Ukrainian military confirmed the strike on Thursday, stating that the attack caused a fire at the Khanskaya airfield, which is located approximately 450 kilometers (280 miles) from the front lines in eastern Ukraine.
Ukrainian GUR released footage from the launch of black ‘Bober’ drones that were used to attack the “Khanskaya” airfield in Russia’s Republic of Adygea last night.
“Fresh footage of successful operations against Russian occupiers. The fight continues,” they add. pic.twitter.com/Ga8nUqvGOB
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The military is continuing to evaluate the damage from the fire that erupted at the facility, according to a statement. Murat Kumpilov, the head of the Adygeya region, announced on Telegram that the village of Rodnikovy was evacuated due to the fire. He confirmed that there were no casualties from the attack.
Khanskaya airfield, located near the capital city of Maykop, serves as a key hub for Russian air operations. It is home to the 272nd Training Aviation Regiment, which supports airstrikes against Ukrainian targets.
The ammunition warehouse that was targeted reportedly houses a variety of Russian aircraft, including Su-34 and Su-35 fighter jets and Mi-8 helicopters. According to Ukrainian military sources, 57 Russian combat and training aircraft were stationed at the airfield during the attack.
The Ukrainian General Staff noted that the operation in Adygea was carried out with the cooperation of Ukraine’s Security Service, military intelligence, and Special Operations Forces.
The attack is part of a broader Ukrainian campaign of deep strikes aimed at degrading Russia’s air power and military infrastructure.
Ukrainian drones and long-range weapons have targeted several key facilities in recent days, including an ammunition depot in Russia’s Bryansk region and a drone storage facility near the city of Yeysk.
Yeysk, a series of secondary explosions cascade through a Russian storage facility housing hundreds of Shahed-136 attack drones.
Ukrainian cruise missiles successfully hit the facility earlier tonight. pic.twitter.com/qqEgY9qXDu
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