Ukrainian Drones Strike Russian Military Semiconductor Plant

Ukrainian Drone Strike Hits Russian Semiconductor Plant in Oryol Region A Ukrainian drone strike targeted the Bolkhiv semiconductor plant in Russia's Oryol region on May 21, 2025, causing significant damage. This plant, sanctioned by the US since last year for its role in the Russian military-industrial complex, produces components for Su-koi warplanes, Iskander and Kinzhal missiles. The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces confirmed the attack. The Oryol region governor initially reported no damage, but later acknowledged damage to the plant and nearby residential buildings. Andre Kovaleenko, head of Ukraine's Center for Countering Disinformation, stated that the plant continued to import Western technology through third countries, sourcing components from Taiwan, South Korea, Japan, and even the US. This attack highlights the ongoing conflict and the technological warfare aspects of the war in Ukraine. The incident underscores the vulnerability of even seemingly distant targets.