**Ukrainian Drones Strike Russian Facilities**
On the night of June 14, Ukrainian drones targeted two major industrial sites in southern Russia. The attacks hit facilities connected to explosive production and petrochemical refining in Stavropol Krai and Samara Oblast.
Videos shared on Telegram show drone flyovers, interceptions, fires at the facilities, and the aftermath of the strikes. These attacks are part of Ukraine’s ongoing air campaign aimed at crippling Russian military logistics and its capacity to continue the war.
**Nevinnomysk Azot in Stavropol**
The Ukrainian Center for Countering Disinformation (UCCD) reported that Nevinnomysk Azot, a plant in Stavropol Krai, was one of the targets. This facility is connected to explosive production and provides ingredients for Russia’s defense sector.
According to public contracts, transactions worth hundreds of millions of rubles were made for explosive production materials. The Ukrainian General Staff described the Novokuybyshevsk plant as directly involved in supplying components for Russia’s artillery shell production.
**Novokuybyshevsk Plant in Samara Oblast**
The other targeted facility was the Novokuybyshevsk Catalyst Plant in Samara Oblast. This plant regenerates catalysts for the oil processing and chemical industries, and develops new types of catalysts and adsorbents through experimental production.
Samara Oblast governor Vyacheslav Fedorishchev confirmed a UAV attack attempt on one of Novokuybyshevsk’s industrial facilities, stating there were no casualties or major damage.
**Russian Claims**
Russia’s Defense Ministry claimed that its air defense downed 66 Ukrainian drones during the night. However, they failed to mention Samara Oblast in their statement.
The MoD reported interceptions in Voronezh Oblast, Belgorod Oblast, Stavropol Krai, and occupied Crimea, but did not provide further details on the incidents.
**Ukrainian Military Response**
The Ukrainian Army General Staff reported that the attacks on Novokuybyshevsk and Nevinnomysk facilities were part of broader operations to weaken Russia’s ability to manufacture munitions and explosives. They confirmed strikes on “key military-industrial complex facilities,” citing confirmed explosions and fires.
Damage assessment is ongoing, according to the report. The Ukrainian military stressed that its drone strikes were conducted in coordination with other Ukrainian Defense Forces units and reiterated its commitment to undermining Russia’s war capacity.
**Conclusion**
The attacks by Ukrainian drones on Russian industrial sites demonstrate Ukraine’s determination to disrupt Russia’s ability to manufacture munitions and explosives. The consequences of these actions are being assessed, but it is clear that this is a significant escalation in the conflict.
