**Ukrainian Drones Strike Train Station in Russia’s Volgograd Oblast**
Reports are emerging of a drone attack on a train station in Russia’s Volgograd Oblast, located some 900 kilometers southeast of Moscow. Videos shared on social media appear to show large flames emanating from the railway station.
According to Russian officials, a fire broke out at an administrative building within the station. However, it is unclear whether any damage was sustained by the railway infrastructure itself. Ukraine’s military rarely comments on drone strikes targeting Russian territory, and has not made a statement regarding this incident.
The train station in question serves as a logistics hub for military cargo bound for Ukraine’s front line regions, including occupied territories. This attack comes amidst a broader escalation of tensions between Russia and Ukraine, with each side engaging in long-range drone and missile strikes.
**Recent Pattern of Strikes**
This attack is the latest in a series of drone strikes targeting Russian railway infrastructure near the border with Ukraine. Just last week, drones struck a train station in the town of Salsk in Belgorod Oblast, causing significant damage and disruption.
Fuel depots, rail infrastructure, and ammunition stockpiles within Russia and occupied territories have become increasingly vulnerable to long-range drone and missile strikes. These attacks highlight the ongoing use of asymmetric warfare tactics by Ukraine’s military, which aims to disrupt Russian supply chains and undermine their ability to wage war.
**Russia’s Response**
In response to the attack on the Volgograd train station, temporary flight restrictions were implemented at Volgograd Airport. Additionally, Russia claimed that a total of 82 drones were shot down over various regions overnight.
However, it remains unclear whether these claims are accurate or if they represent an attempt by Russian officials to downplay the significance of the attack. The Ukrainian government has not commented on this incident, and its military is known for rarely discussing drone strikes targeting Russian territory.
**Developing Story**
This story is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
