Ukraine drones hit Saint Petersburg as economic forum starts
Ukrainian drones struck energy and military infrastructure in Saint Petersburg, Russia, coinciding with the opening of the Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum. The attacks are part of Ukraine's strategy to disrupt Russian economic events and target oil and gas facilities.
Why it matters
The strike demonstrates the expanding reach of Ukrainian long-range drone capabilities and their use as a tool of psychological and economic warfare against Russia.
Ukraine has been stepping up long-range strikes as the war grinds on, with Russia's westerly second city now hit. The latest attack on Saint Petersburg takes place as an event long known as "Russia's Davos" kicks off.
The report provides a balanced account of the military action, citing both Ukrainian claims and Russian official responses.
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