Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces carried out a long-range drone attack overnight against Millerovo Air Base in Russia’s Rostov Oblast. The base, located in western Russia, serves as the home of the 19th Guards Fighter Aviation Regiment. Footage released from the operation shows the drones targeting at least one MiG-29 Fulcrum fighter jet on the ground. The strike marks another instance of Ukrainian forces reaching deep into Russian territory with unmanned systems.

Millerovo Air Base has long housed Russian combat aircraft, including the MiG-29s operated by the 19th Guards Fighter Aviation Regiment. By striking the facility, Ukrainian operators aimed to damage or destroy aircraft that could otherwise be used in operations against Ukraine. The released video appears to capture the moment of impact on at least one of the jets, providing visual confirmation of the targeting. Such footage has become a common feature of Ukrainian claims regarding successful long-range drone missions.

The use of unmanned systems for this type of attack allows Ukrainian forces to strike targets far beyond the front lines without risking manned aircraft or pilots. Rostov Oblast lies well inside Russian territory, making the reach of the drones a notable element of the operation. The overnight timing of the attack likely sought to catch the base during a period of reduced readiness or lower visibility. Details on the full extent of damage beyond the visible MiG-29 remain limited in the initial reports.

The 19th Guards Fighter Aviation Regiment has been part of Russia’s air forces for decades and operates from Millerovo as one of its primary locations. Targeting aircraft belonging to this unit represents an effort to degrade Russian air power at its source. Ukrainian statements emphasize the precision of the strike and the ability of their Unmanned Systems Forces to identify and hit specific high-value assets. The presence of clear footage strengthens the claim that at least one fighter jet was successfully engaged.

Long-range drone operations of this kind continue to expand the geographic scope of the conflict. By hitting an air base deep in Rostov Oblast, Ukraine demonstrates an ongoing capacity to threaten Russian military infrastructure far from the battlefield. The focus on a MiG-29 Fulcrum underscores the priority given to reducing the number of combat aircraft available to Russian forces. As more details emerge, the full impact of the overnight strike on the regiment’s operational readiness will become clearer.

For now, the attack stands as a confirmed long-range operation by Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces against a known Russian fighter base. The combination of the target location, the specific unit based there, and the visual evidence of a MiG-29 being struck forms the core of the reported action. Both sides will likely offer further assessments in the coming days as the consequences of the raid are evaluated.