On Monday, debris from a Ukrainian drone attack caused significant damage to residential buildings in Russia’s Saratov region after being intercepted by Russian defense systems. The incident, confirmed by regional governor Roman Busargin, led to a swift response from emergency services in the affected areas of Saratov and Engels, two cities located several hundred kilometers southeast of Moscow.
Extensive Damage in Saratov and Engels
The “Volga Sky” residential complex in Saratov suffered extensive damage when the drone crashed into it, leaving a scene reminiscent of a 9/11-type attack. Engels, known for its strategic bomber military base, also experienced damage, continuing its pattern of being a target since the onset of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
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In Saratov and Engels in Russia, two building were hit by (Ukrainian) drones. Four loud explosions were also reportedly heard by residents. pic.twitter.com/oolF3LjjbP
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Video footage shared by the Russian news channel SHOT on Telegram revealed severe damage to a high-rise residential building in Saratov, with windows shattered across three floors. In Engels, the top floor of another residential building was also damaged in the attack.
Injuries and Emergency Response
At least two people were seriously injured in the incident, including a woman who is currently in critical condition. Governor Busargin confirmed that these injuries and the damage were caused by the Ukrainian drone attack. Emergency services are actively working in both Saratov and Engels to manage the situation and assist those affected.