On September 22, 2026, the Ukrainian Defense Forces struck a site used for the storage, preparation, and launching of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in Russia's Oryol region. According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the operation resulted in significant damage.
Details of the Operation
The strike resulted in damage to:
- three storage facilities for UAVs, which caught fire;
- the launch pad for reactive drones;
- five launch installations.
These actions are part of a strategic campaign by the Ukrainian Defense Forces aimed at destroying the infrastructure that supports Russia's military operations.
Reactions to the Strike
Ukrainian officials have not commented on the details of the operation; however, such strikes indicate an increasing capability of Ukrainian forces to conduct operations within enemy territory. At the same time, experts note that such actions may provoke a response from Russia, potentially leading to an escalation of the conflict.