Overnight on November 28, multiple Russian cities experienced explosions amid a reported drone attack. Explosions were reported near military airfields and other locations in Taganrog, Smolensk, and Saratov, with air raid sirens sounding in Novorossiysk. While details remain unverified, eyewitness footage purportedly shows blasts in multiple cities. These strikes align with Kyiv’s ongoing efforts to target Russian military infrastructure.
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On the evening of October 26, Moscow experienced an unexpected drone attack, with explosions and plumes of smoke reported throughout the city, despite Russian authorities’ claims of successful interception. While some reports blamed Ukrainian drones, evidence suggests the possibility of the attack originating from Russia’s own air defense systems. Photos emerged of Russian soldiers stationed near the Kremlin, and earlier in the day, the Moscow region and an airfield were also targeted. Additionally, Ukrainian forces struck the Belgorod dam, leading to water leakage and isolating Russian forces.
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On June 29, explosions and air defense activity were reported in Kerch, leading to a temporary closure of the Crimean Bridge, a critical supply route for Russian forces. Witnesses reported hearing blasts and observing Russian air defenses in action, although the reason for the closure was initially unclear. The bridge, which has been targeted by Ukraine previously, reopened shortly after. Russia’s Defense Ministry later announced that its air defenses had shot down five Ukrainian drones overnight, but did not report damage to the bridge or Kerch.
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Preliminary reports indicate a landscape fire, igniting dry grass and causing unexploded ordnance to detonate at a military facility near Bolshaya Tura, leading to significant explosions. The area has been cordoned off, and firefighting aircraft are being deployed to contain the blaze. This is not the first instance of a fire at this depot, as a similar incident in 2014 resulted in fatalities and evacuations. This incident is part of a concerning trend, as explosions at Russian military storage sites have become more frequent since the invasion of Ukraine, including a recent detonation at a major ammunition depot near Moscow.
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Several explosions heard over Qatar capital Doha, Reuters witness says. Okay, so here’s the deal. We’ve got reports coming in – real-time, it seems – that there have been several explosions heard in Doha, the capital of Qatar. A Reuters witness is on the ground and confirming what’s going on. This is the kind of news that immediately grabs your attention, because it points to a serious situation unfolding.
Several explosions heard over Qatar capital Doha, Reuters witness says, and the implications are pretty heavy. It’s being reported that the Iranian news agency has put out that they’ve launched missiles in an operation called “Operation: Sound of Victory”.… Continue reading
Two large explosions near Russia’s Severomorsk Arctic naval base, home to key military assets, shook nearby cities. The cause remains undetermined, with speculation ranging from accidental munitions detonation to sabotage, potentially involving drones. The explosions’ proximity to airfields, weapons depots, and other military installations raises significant concerns about potential damage to Russian military capabilities. While the distance from Ukraine suggests a sophisticated attack, Moscow simultaneously launched missile strikes on Kyiv, potentially signaling escalation.
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