Energy plants are a key component of the Russian military-industrial complex, producing lithium-ion batteries utilized in drones, missiles and military equipment. This company is of strategical importance to Russian defence and its batteries are besides utilized in civilian aviation, maritime transport and energy systems.
The attack on Energy caused a mill fire and 8 people were injured. According to the July circuit politician Igor Artamonov, the wreckage of 1 of the drones fell on the industrial region in Jelc, causing a fire. Local sources confirmed that the fire included the ‘Energy’ plant, Russia's largest chemical power supply company.
Ukrainian unmanned operation began on 20 May evening and continued continuously until morning on 23 May. The attacks included 15 regions of Russia and occupied Crimea. Most drones were destroyed in Orlovski circuitry (197), Kursk (185) and Moscow (109).
The impact of the attack was besides felt in air transport – airports in many cities, including Moscow, temporarily halted all operations. Hundreds of passengers are stuck at airports, and traffic has been paralyzed for respective hours.
According to the Russian Ministry of Defence, a full of 756 drones were shot down during the attack, of which 112 were shot down last night. Russian air defence besides shot down many drones that failed to accomplish their targets.
The attack on Russia is another step in the Ukrainian-Russian conflict that has continued since February 2022. The Ukrainian army is trying to regain the territories occupied by Russia, and the Russian army is trying to keep its positions.
Drones are increasingly utilized in war as a inexpensive and effective tool to attack enemy targets. Russia and Ukraine are only 2 examples of countries that usage drones in their conflicts.
It is worth noting that the attack on Russia was possible through global cooperation, including NATO. Military aid from the West allowed Ukraine to make its armed forces and carry out an effective attack on Russia.
Russia is simply a country with large military potential, but Ukraine has shown that it is able to defend itself and carry out effective attacks. The Ukrainian-Russian conflict is inactive ongoing and the result is unknown. 1 thing is certain – drones will play an increasingly crucial function in the war.
