Dramatic footage from southern Russia shows a Ukrainian drone methodically approaching and striking a building in Rostov-on-Don. The incident is part of a series of Ukrainian drone operations that have targeted strategic sites inside Russia since the start of Moscow’s full-scale invasion in 2022.

Rostov-on-Don, home to key military infrastructure, has seen repeated strikes on military districts, oil depots, and logistical hubs. Kyiv has claimed responsibility for several high-profile attacks, including one it says caused $7 billion in damage to Russian military assets.

The latest strike underscores Ukraine’s growing use of unmanned aerial systems in its cross-border operations, signaling that its long-range drone capabilities remain active despite intensified Russian air defenses.