Explosions and fires in Russian cities and Crimea, airfield likely targeted
An airfield may have been targeted in Lipetsk, while a fire broke out in Ryazan (Photo:Getty Images)
In the early hours of August 2, Lipetsk and several other Russian cities came under attack by unidentified drones. Loud explosions were also reported in occupied Ukrainian Crimea, according to Russian and local Telegram channels.
The night was loud in Lipetsk, Ryazan, Taganrog, the Voronezh region, and occupied Crimea. Here's a closer look at the details.
Lipetsk
According to the SHOT Telegram channel, at least four explosions were heard in different districts of Lipetsk just a few hours ago. Before the blasts, residents reportedly heard an air raid siren, followed by what appeared to be air defense systems engaging drones.
A short time later, videos began circulating on various Telegram channels, allegedly showing footage of the drone attack and the moment of the explosions. It was claimed that a military airfield was the target of the strike.
Ryazan
It is also being reported online that Ryazan was recently targeted by drone attacks. Photos and videos published show at least one fire breaking out with visible smoke following the attack. Official statements have not yet been released.
Online reports indicate that a fire has broken out in the Ryazan area near the oil refinery.
Crimea
Additionally, the pro-Ukrainian Telegram channel Krymskyi Veter reported that the Crimean Bridge has been closed for over three hours. At the same time, the channel noted that a series of explosions were heard in Feodosia, Crimea.
Explosions in other regions
Around 00:34 Kyiv time, SHOT reported that more than five explosions shook the skies over Taganrog (Rostov region). Flashes were seen in the sky, and air defense systems were reportedly active.
There were also reports of explosions in the Voronezh region. In particular, an unidentified drone allegedly damaged a kindergarten building in the urban-type settlement of Anna. It was also claimed that the glass of an office building was damaged.
However, further details about these incidents in the regions are not yet available.
On the nights of July 23 and August 1, a series of explosions also rocked Taganrog. On those nights, Russian sources reported attacks by unidentified drones.
Moreover, on the night of July 23, Rostov-on-Don was also targeted in the attacks.
