Six injured after Ukrainian drone strike deep inside Russia

Six injured after Ukrainian drone strike deep inside Russia - governor

RT.com
25 Apr 2026, 13:34 GMT+10

Fifty residents were evacuated after a residential building was struck in the in Urals, according to local authorities

Six people were injured early on Saturday when a Ukrainian drone hit a residential building in central Ekaterinburg, about 1,800 km inside Russia, according to regional Governor Denis Pasler. He added that fifty residents were evacuated due to safety concerns.

Moscow has repeatedly highlighted that Kiev is attacking civilians because it cannot halt Russian advances on the battlefield.

One woman was hospitalized following the attack, Pasler said. He added that none of those who sought medical help were in serious condition and that most were diagnosed with mild smoke inhalation; they have continued to receive care.

The governor noted that emergency services were working at the scene, stressing that a "carpet" emergency plan had been introduced in the region and that air defense systems were operating.

Russia's aviation authority earlier reported temporary restrictions on arrivals and departures at the city's Koltsovo Airport.

Pasler also urged residents to remain calm and vigilant, advising them not to go outside, and reminded the public that publishing photos or videos of drones or their aftermath is prohibited.

Moscow has accused Kiev of resorting to terrorist tactics and inflicting damage to third parties not involved in the conflict between the two nations.

The Kremlin has also noted that US-mediated talks with Ukraine had been placed on hold due to the war in the Middle East.

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