Weakening Putin, Ukraine takes the fight to St. Petersburg
Ukrainian drones targeted the St. Petersburg oil terminal and naval base, causing significant damage. These strikes occurred during the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, highlighting vulnerabilities in Russia's defenses. As Ukraine increases its drone capabilities, the conflict's impact is becoming more visible to the Russian public.
- ▪Ukrainian drones damaged the St. Petersburg oil terminal and warships at the Kronstadt naval base.
- ▪The attacks coincided with the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, attended by international delegates.
- ▪Ukraine's ability to launch drone strikes deep into Russia is escalating, prompting Russia to reposition its military assets.
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Ukrainian drones damaged the St. Petersburg oil terminal and warships docked at the city’s Kronstadt naval base on Wednesday. The attacks came just as international delegates were arriving for Russia’s flagship annual economic gathering, the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. Black smoke rose above the city as oil facilities blazed. These strikes on Vladimir Putin’s home city are extremely embarrassing for the Russian president. Russia can expect more of the same. Much more. Recommended Stories The inexcusable incompetence of California’s glacial vote count Rhode Island’s $52 million housing blunder We’re not doing enough to fight pornography Indeed, Ukraine is now able to launch hundreds of drones against targets deep inside Russia multiple times a week (St.
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