drone attack
Coverage of drone attack in the Nexus archive.
- Ukrainian drone attack on the Russian city of Nizhnekamsk kills 12, authorities say
Authorities in Russia's Tatarstan region reported that a Ukrainian drone attack struck the city of Nizhnekamsk. The incident resulted in 12 deaths and wounded 39 others.
- Video shows drone attacking vegetable vendor in Ukraine
A video shows a drone attacking a vegetable vendor in Ukraine, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stating the footage demonstrates Russian soldiers taking pleasure in killing civilians.
- Video shows drone attacking vegetable vendor in Ukraine
A video shows a drone attacking a vegetable vendor in Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claims the footage demonstrates Russian soldiers taking pleasure in killing civilians.
- Moscow and Kyiv trade blame over drone explosion that killed 7, including 3 children, on Russian beach
A drone attack on a beach in Gelendzhik, Russia, killed seven people, including three children. Moscow and Kyiv are exchanging blame for the incident.
- Turkey calls on Russia, Ukraine to ensure Black Sea safety after drone attack
Turkey urged Russia and Ukraine to ensure navigational safety in the Black Sea following a drone attack that damaged a Turkish-owned vessel and injured three crew members near Russia's Novorossiysk port. The Turkish Foreign Ministry expressed concern over the targeting of civilian ships and is monitoring the condition of its citizens.
- Russian civilians killed in Crimea as Ukraine war takes its toll on Black Sea shores
Four people, including three civilians, were killed by an unidentified Russian soldier in Sevastopol, Russian-annexed Crimea. Six civilians, including three children, were killed in a Ukrainian drone attack on a Russian Black Sea resort.
- Three crew injured as cargo ship hit by drone attack near Russia's Novorossiysk
Three crew members were seriously injured when the cargo ship Nadezhda was struck by a drone attack 20 nautical miles off Novorossiysk, Russia, during its voyage to Turkey's Samsun port. Turkey's maritime authority reported the incident.
- Russia says Ukrainian drone attack kills 7 at Black Sea resort beach
Russia claimed a Ukrainian drone attack killed seven people, including three children, and injured 40 at the Gelendzhik resort in the Black Sea. Ukraine has not yet commented on the incident, and social media videos verified by Reuters showed a drone striking a busy beach area.
- Russia says 4 killed at popular holiday resort — including a child — in Ukrainian drone attack
Russia reported six people, including three children, killed and 40 injured at the Gelendzhik resort in a Ukrainian drone attack. The incident occurred at a Black Sea holiday destination, with Russia accusing Ukraine of targeting civilians.
- Sudan: Sudan Army's Drone Attack On Court Kills 35 in Darfur - NGO
A Sudanese rights group reported that the Sudanese army (SAF) conducted a drone attack on a traditional court in a Rapid Support Forces-held village in North Darfur, killing 35 people. The attack occurred on Sunday, according to the NGO.
- Supreme Court directs MEA to trace Indian seafarer missing after Black Sea drone attack
The Supreme Court has directed the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to trace Indian seafarer Deepak Kumar Gupta, who went missing during a drone strike on his vessel in the Black Sea. The family is urging urgent government action amid concerns for his safety.
- Photos show Russian missile and drone attack on Ukrainian capital Kyiv
An intense Russian missile and drone attack targeted Kyiv, Ukraine, overnight into Saturday, killing several civilians and wounding over 20 people. The attack is part of an ongoing conflict, with the Associated Press curating a photo gallery of the event.
- Egypt's Sisi says ongoing investigation into drone attack at Damietta Port
Egypt's President Sisi stated that authorities are investigating a drone attack targeting two gas vessels at Damietta Port, urging regional de-escalation and international efforts to contain tensions. No party has claimed responsibility for the attack.
- IDF demolishes Hezbollah tunnels below southern Lebanon’s Beaufort Ridge
The IDF demolished Hezbollah tunnels beneath southern Lebanon’s Beaufort Ridge in response to a drone attack a day earlier. The demolition was postponed earlier due to a framework deal reached in June.
- Saudi Arabia condemns drone attack on ships in Egyptian port
Saudi Arabia has condemned a drone attack that caused a fire on two ships at Egypt’s Damietta Port. The Saudi foreign ministry expressed solidarity with Egypt and supported its efforts to preserve sovereignty and security.
- Iran's foreign minister says Egypt's security is of 'utmost importance'
Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, emphasized that Egypt's security is 'of utmost importance' to Iran. His statement followed a drone attack on Egypt's Damietta port, with no group claiming responsibility for the incident.
- Egypt says it has energy alternatives after drone attack on Damietta gas vessel
Egypt has secured energy alternatives following a drone attack that damaged a gas vessel at Damietta port. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly stated no group has claimed responsibility, and investigations are ongoing.
- Mediator Pakistan says US-Iran talks ongoing as foes trade attacks
Pakistan stated that US-Iran negotiations are ongoing despite mutual attacks. The US conducted strikes in retaliation for attacks on Jordan, with Saudi Arabia joining the strikes and Egypt experiencing its first drone attack at a Mediterranean port.
- Egypt is dragged into Middle East war as drone hits US gas tanker at Mediterranean port - a day after Saudi Arabia joined American strikes in Iraq
Egypt is drawn into a Middle East conflict as a drone attack targets a US gas tanker at a Mediterranean port. Saudi Arabia joined American military strikes in Iraq the previous day.
- Egypt says drone attack sparked fire on American LNG ships
Egypt attributed a fire damaging two American LNG ships at Damietta port to a drone attack. The Egyptian cabinet confirmed preliminary findings linking the July 29 incident to the attack, with no group yet claiming responsibility. Maritime security company Ambrey reported the drone struck a US-owned vessel before flames spread.
- US launches more strikes on Iran as conflict spreads across region
The US launched strikes on Iran in response to Iranian attacks on US forces in the Middle East. A drone hit a US-owned gas storage facility earlier on Wednesday.
- Drone hits gas storage tanker at Egypt's Mediterranean port, Ambrey reports
A drone hit a U.S.-owned gas storage tanker at Egypt's Mediterranean port of Damietta, according to British maritime security firm Ambrey. Egypt's petroleum ministry confirmed a fire at the port but did not mention the drone attack or provide a cause.
- Moscow Airports Disrupted as Russia Reports Major Drone Attack on Capital
A large drone attack disrupted Moscow early Tuesday, forcing airport restrictions as Russian authorities claimed dozens of UAVs were intercepted near the capital.
- Deadly attack on holiday camp in Russian-held part of Ukraine, officials say
At least 11 people, including five children, were killed in a drone attack on a holiday camp in a Russian-held part of Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region. Russian-installed local authorities accused Ukraine of deliberately targeting civilians.
- Main land crossing between Kuwait and Iraq reopens, Iraq's state news agency says
The main land border crossing between Kuwait and Iraq, Abdali, has reopened after being temporarily closed due to a drone attack that caused material damage but no casualties. The crossing, located in Kuwait's Al-Jahra Province, is a key route for passenger and commercial traffic between the two countries.
- Ukraine drone attack sparks fire at Russian e-commerce giant's warehouse near Saint Petersburg
A Ukrainian drone attack caused a fire at a Russian e-commerce warehouse near Saint Petersburg, wounding three people. Since July 18, Kyiv has targeted five Wildberries warehouses, including an attack outside Moscow that killed eight night-shift workers and injured dozens.
- Explosions Rock Occupied Crimea as Drones Reportedly Target Sevastopol and Yalta
Explosions occurred in occupied Crimea, with drone attacks targeting military and energy-related infrastructure in Sevastopol and Yalta. The attacks focused on positions and sites in these locations.
- Sudan: Drone Attack On Ar Rahad Market, North Kordofan, Kills and Injures Children
A drone attack on Ar Rahad Market in North Kordofan killed at least two children and injured six others aged 6-14, along with four adults and over 20 additional people. The incident was reported by UNICEF.
- Drone attack deaths show risk has shifted to troops far from Iran’s borders
Drone attacks have caused deaths among troops stationed far from Iran’s borders. The war is dominated by drones and long-range missiles, shifting the front line to U.S. facilities distant from Iran.
- Fire Erupts Near Russia’s Largest Steel Plant After Reported Drone Attack in Lipetsk
A fire broke out near Novolipetsk Steel in Lipetsk after residents reported explosions and a possible drone attack. Russian officials confirmed the fire at industrial facilities without acknowledging an attack, while Ukraine has not commented.
- 5 Killed in Drone Attack on Bus Near Ukrainian Border, Belgorod Governor Says
A drone attack on a bus near the Ukrainian border in Belgorod region killed five people and injured 23, according to acting Belgorod region Governor Alexander Shuvayev.
- Russia says Ukrainian drone attack killed several in Moscow logistics centre
Russia accused Ukraine of a drone attack that killed seven and wounded 24 at a Moscow logistics centre, part of a larger attack involving 370 drones. Kyiv stated the attacks are retaliation for Russia's four-year war in Ukraine.
- Iraq's prime minister 'strongly condemns' drone attack in Erbil
Iraq’s Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has strongly condemned a drone attack in Erbil, a city in the Kurdistan region. Several explosions were reported near the US consulate in Erbil.
- United Arab Emirates warns public of incoming missile and drone attack as explosions heard in Qatar
The United Arab Emirates issued a public warning about an incoming missile and drone attack as explosions were heard in nearby Qatar.
- United Arab Emirates warns public of incoming missile and drone attack as explosions heard in Qatar
The United Arab Emirates issued a public warning about an incoming missile and drone attack as explosions were heard in Qatar. The alert was reported by the Associated Press.
- Drone attack hits Iranian Kurdish opposition group's camp in Iraq
A drone attack struck a camp belonging to an Iranian Kurdish opposition group northeast of Iraq's Erbil, according to security sources. No casualties were immediately reported.
- Russia Reports Fresh Drone Attack on Tankers in Taganrog Bay, Fires Break Out
Russian officials reported two tankers damaged in a drone attack overnight in Taganrog Bay, resulting in fires and crew evacuations. Rostov Governor stated over two dozen drones were intercepted by Russian air defenses during the incident.
- Russia’s Largest Oil Refinery Halts Production After Drone Attack, Sources Say
Russia’s largest oil refinery has halted production following a drone attack, according to sources. The shutdown is expected to worsen fuel shortages nationwide.
- Over 430 Ukrainian Drones Target Moscow in Major Overnight Raid
Over 430 Ukrainian drones targeted Moscow in a major overnight raid, as reported by Russian state media. The attack was described as the largest on Moscow in two years, with no injuries or damage reported.
- Russia Says Moscow Faces Largest Drone Attack in Two Years
Russian officials reported over 430 drones targeting the Moscow region overnight July 6-7, with 36 approaching the capital. Flight restrictions were imposed at Sheremetyevo Airport due to the attack, described as one of the largest on Moscow in two years.