Ukrainian drones strike Yamal gas region 2,800 km from border
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Ukrainian drones struck Russia's Yamal-Nenets Autonomous Okrug for the first time, hitting an industrial site in Novy Urengoy and causing a fire. No deaths or injuries were reported. The attack marks the longest-range Ukrainian drone strike on Russia, reaching a region that accounts for 80% of Russian gas production.
Key Facts
- The strike targeted an industrial facility in Novy Urengoy, Yamal-Nenets Autonomous Okrug, causing a fire.
- Novy Urengoy is located approximately 2,800 kilometers from the Ukrainian border.
- No deaths or injuries were reported in the attack.
- The Yamal region accounts for 80% of Russian gas production.
The Strike
Ukrainian drones attacked Russia's Yamal-Nenets Autonomous Okrug for the first time, according to Governor Dmitry Artyukhov. Drone debris fell in Novy Urengoy, causing a fire at an industrial facility. No deaths or injuries were reported. Presidential envoy to the Urals Artyom Zhoga said a Ukrainian drone attempted to strike a facility in the Yamal fuel and energy complex.
Range and Significance
Novy Urengoy is located approximately 2,800 kilometers from the Ukrainian border. This marks the longest-range strike by the Ukrainian Armed Forces on Russian territory. The Agentstvo outlet noted that Ukrainian drones reached for the first time a region accounting for 80% of Russian gas production.
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