Ukrainian Drone Strike Hits Deep Inside Russia, Killing at Least 13

An unprecedented long-range drone operation targeted an industrial hub in Tatarstan, marking one of the deadliest strikes on Russian soil since the conflict began.

A sophisticated Ukrainian drone operation struck deep within Russian territory on Tuesday, hitting an oil refinery and industrial infrastructure in the Republic of Tatarstan. According to regional authorities, the attack resulted in at least 13 casualties, marking a significant escalation in the reach and intensity of Ukraine’s drone warfare. The strikes hit targets more than 1,000 kilometers from the Ukrainian border, highlighting Kiev’s increasing ability to bypass Russian air defenses to disrupt the Kremlin's industrial and economic capabilities. While Russian officials acknowledged the…