On June 28, Ukrainian Defense Forces, in collaboration with other units, struck Russian ammunition depots in the Bryansk region. The targeted facility was the 1060th Material and Technical Support Center, formerly the 120th Arsenal. Confirmed damage and fire at the site were reported by the General Staff, with results still being assessed. This attack followed a previous strike on June 26 by Ukrainian drones, hitting fuel and lubricant storage depots of the 1061st Material and Technical Support Center in Bryansk, resulting in multiple explosions and a fire.
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A Ukrainian missile strike on June 5th successfully targeted a Russian 26th Missile Brigade near Klintsy, Bryansk Oblast, destroying one Iskander missile launcher and damaging two others. This unit had been preparing to strike Ukrainian territory before the attack. The strike, attributed to coordinated efforts between Ukrainian Armed Forces and Security Service, aimed to degrade Russia’s offensive capabilities, particularly its precision strike capacity. The incident occurred amidst a broader night of Russian drone and missile attacks on Ukraine.
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On June 5th, Ukrainian forces successfully struck a Russian missile unit near Klintsy, Bryansk Oblast, destroying one Iskander missile launcher and damaging two others. This targeted strike, enabled by effective reconnaissance and inter-agency coordination, aimed to degrade Russia’s offensive capabilities, specifically targeting the 26th Missile Brigade which had attempted to fire on Ukraine. The attack followed a Russian barrage of 103 drones and one Iskander-M missile into Ukraine. Assessments of Russian casualties are ongoing, with no reported civilian casualties.
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Two separate bridge collapses in Russia’s Bryansk and Kursk regions, bordering Ukraine, resulted in at least seven deaths and numerous injuries. Both incidents involved trains; in Bryansk, a road bridge collapsed onto a passenger train, with authorities citing “illegal interference,” while in Kursk, a freight train caused a bridge to collapse. Russian authorities initially labeled the events “terrorist acts,” but later removed those references, while Ukraine denied involvement. The incidents follow a pattern of attacks and sabotage targeting Russian infrastructure near the Ukrainian border.
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Two bridge collapses in Bryansk and Kursk regions bordering Ukraine resulted in seven fatalities and at least 69 injuries. In Bryansk, a train derailment following a bridge explosion claimed seven lives, with the governor blaming sabotage. A second bridge collapse in Kursk injured a freight train driver. While local officials cite “illegal interference,” a Russian senator attributed the Bryansk incident to Ukrainian terrorism. Cross-border attacks have been frequent in these regions since the start of the war.
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A drone strike on April 28th targeted the Kremniy-El electronics plant in Bryansk, Russia, a facility crucial for Russian military hardware production. Bryansk Oblast Governor Alexander Bogomaz reported a large-scale drone attack, claiming 102 drones were intercepted. While Ukrainian official Andrii Kovalenko linked the attack to the plant, Ukrainian forces haven’t officially commented, and reports remain unverified. The attack caused fires, explosions, and civilian casualties, highlighting continued Ukrainian efforts to disrupt Russian military capabilities.
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On March 27, the Ukrainian Air Force targeted the Pogar border checkpoint in Russia’s Bryansk Oblast, resulting in the destruction of military infrastructure and the deaths of 15 to 40 Russian soldiers. This strike, a reprisal for ongoing Russian drone attacks on Ukrainian civilians, neutralized a key launch point for drones targeting Sumy and Kursk oblasts. The destroyed infrastructure included communication, electronic warfare, and surveillance systems. The action underscores the ongoing conflict and escalating tensions despite a recent partial truce agreement.
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Ukraine reportedly used U.S.-supplied ATACMS missiles for the first time in the war, striking targets in Russia’s Bryansk region, marking a significant escalation. This action coincided with Putin lowering the threshold for nuclear weapon use, raising international tensions. Russia claimed to have intercepted most of the missiles, while Ukraine reported successful strikes on a military depot. The incident occurred amidst a backdrop of intensified Russian attacks on Ukrainian civilians and ongoing debates within the West regarding further military aid to Ukraine.
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A Ukrainian defense source confirmed the first use of ATACMS missiles to strike a military facility near Karachev, Bryansk Oblast, Russia. The targeted ammunition depot, previously attacked in October, reportedly contained artillery shells, including North Korean munitions. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported the strike, though without specifying the weaponry used, and emphasized the continuation of such actions to disrupt Russian aggression. While the US has not officially confirmed authorization, reports suggest approval for limited ATACMS strikes against Russian territory was given.
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John Q. Hosedrinker