A Ukrainian drone attack struck the Russian city of Tula, located about 200 kilometers south of Moscow, killing three people and injuring three others, including a one-year-old child. The incident occurred overnight, according to regional governor Dmitry Milyaev, who shared the information on Telegram on Monday. The report was confirmed by AFP citing local authorities.
Governor Milyaev stated that the drone hit a residential area in Tula, causing casualties among civilians. The attack marks another instance of cross-border strikes amid the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The identities of the victims and the extent of the damage were not immediately disclosed.
Authorities have not provided further details about the response or potential retaliatory measures following the strike.