In Crimea, Russian airfields came under a massive drone attack, with explosions heard in several districts
Kyiv • UNN
Explosions rang out at the Saky, Kirovske, and Hvardiiske airfields in Crimea due to a drone attack. Eyewitnesses report detonations and the operation of enemy air defense.
On Tuesday night, a series of explosions occurred in occupied Crimea, targeting Russian military facilities, including airfields. This was reported by the "ATESH" movement, the "Crimean Wind" Telegram channel, and eyewitnesses, according to UNN.
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According to reports, explosions were recorded in the Saky, Kirovske, and Bakhchysarai districts, as well as near Sevastopol and Feodosia. Specifically, the reports mention attacks on the "Saky," "Kirovske," and "Hvardiiske" airfields. Eyewitnesses reported numerous detonations, drone flyovers, and chaotic Russian air defense activity.
According to sources, many explosions were heard in the area of the "Kirovske" airfield, followed by recorded detonations. It is reported that the Russian military attempted to scramble helicopters to move them out of harm's way. Fighters were also operating over the facility, attempting to intercept the drones.
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A powerful explosion was recorded in Novofedorivka near the "Saky" airfield. Explosions were also heard in Sevastopol and its surroundings, including Andriivka, and gunfire was reported at the entrance to Sevastopol Bay.
In addition, according to "ATESH," powerful explosions occurred north of Sevastopol, likely in the area of the "Saky" airfield. In the center of Simferopol, the Russian military attempted to shoot down a drone, but according to eyewitnesses, they missed.
Information regarding the consequences of the strikes is being clarified.