Ukrainian Drones Strike Engels-2 Airbase in Russia, Causing Major Fire

On June 6, 2025, a Ukrainian drone strike hit the Engels-2 airbase in Saratov Oblast, Russia, causing a major fire at an oil depot. Videos circulating online show a large fireball and extensive smoke. The Engels-2 airbase is a critical military facility known to house long-range bombers, including those capable of carrying nuclear weapons. This attack follows a string of recent Ukrainian offensives against Russian military targets. A Telegram channel, 'Astra,' reported the incident based on eyewitness accounts, stating that in addition to the oil depot, a residential building was also hit. However, no casualties have been officially reported. The incident underscores the ongoing conflict and its far-reaching consequences.