Ukraine Strikes Russian Drone Factory 1,200km from Border
A drone strike reportedly targeted the Shahed drone factory in Yelabuga, Tatarstan on May 25th, 2025, representing a significant long-range attack approximately 1200 km from the Ukrainian border. The facility, producing Shahed-type drones used in attacks against Ukraine, has been struck multiple times previously. While official statements remain absent, reports indicate explosions near the factory and the temporary closure of a nearby airport. The Russian Ministry of Defense claimed to have intercepted numerous Ukrainian drones overnight.