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World · 11 August 2026

Ukrainian drone attack deep inside Russia kills 13 people

Ukrainian drone attack deep inside Russia kills 13 people

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On Monday, Ukrainian drones struck locations more than 600 miles within Russia, affecting industrial and civilian infrastructure. The attacks took place in Tatarstan, at Nizhnekamsk and the Taneco oil refinery, resulting in a period of mourning for the area. A minimum of 13 individuals perished, among them a child and seven Uzbek nationals.

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