**Russian Air Base in Tver Oblast Hit by Drones, Media Reports**
A major Russian air base in the region of Tver Oblast came under attack by drones overnight on May 25. According to reports from Russia’s independent news channel Astra, explosions were heard at the Migalovo Air Base, which is a significant military facility located about 1,300 kilometers (807 miles) from the Ukrainian border.
Locals in the area reported seeing drones targeting the air base and claimed that several UAVs were shot down by Russian air defense units. Tver Oblast Governor Igor Rudenya confirmed that five drones were intercepted and destroyed, with no damage or casualties reported. However, he did not mention the Migalovo airfield in his initial statement.
**A Pattern of Drone Attacks**
This is not the first time Ukraine has targeted Russian air bases using drone attacks. In March, Ukrainian drones successfully hit Russia’s Engels-2 air base in Saratov Oblast, aiming to undermine Moscow’s ability to carry out large-scale aerial assaults against Ukrainian cities. This latest attack on Tver Oblast comes as Russia launches a large-scale aerial assault on Kyiv and cities across Ukraine.
Kyiv has also launched several strikes against targets in Tver Oblast, including the Andreapol oil pumping station, which was hit twice in two weeks. Previous targets have included ammunition depots and missile arsenals. The recent surge in drone strikes by Ukraine aims to disrupt airport operations, overwhelm air defenses, and put pressure on the Russian population.
**Escalating Conflict**
As Russia intensifies its aerial attacks on Ukraine and the civilian death toll climbs, Ukraine has stepped up its drone attacks on Russian territory. This latest attack on the Migalovo Air Base is a significant development in the ongoing conflict between the two countries. It remains to be seen how Russia will respond to these repeated drone attacks.
**The Human Cost**
As the conflict escalates, civilians are bearing the brunt of the violence. Explosions were reported in cities across Ukraine as Russian drones and missiles continued to barrage Kyiv and other cities for the second night in a row, injuring many people. The humanitarian situation is dire, and independent journalists like The Kyiv Independent are working tirelessly to bring attention to the plight of civilians caught in the crossfire.
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