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Ukrainian Strike Causes Fires and Damage in Rostov-on-Don - Four Injured

Published January 14, 2026, 06:16
Ukrainian Strike Causes Fires and Damage in Rostov-on-Don - Four Injured

A Ukrainian drone strike caused fires at industrial facilities and damage to apartment buildings in the Russian city of Rostov-on-Don, a major port on the Black Sea. Four people were injured, including a 4-year-old child, by falling debris from downed drones. Local officials report that one of the fires has been extinguished and the other contained. The mayor of Rostov-on-Don has opened a temporary shelter for families affected by the damage. The extent of the destruction and the scope of the attack are still being assessed. Ukraine has escalated drone strikes on Russia, targeting energy and military infrastructure in retaliation for ongoing Russian air strikes since the start of the war in 2022. Rostov-on-Don, due to its strategic location near Ukraine and the presence of Russian military facilities, is a frequent target. This attack is part of the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, with Ukraine attempting to put pressure on Russia and undermine its military capabilities.