UAV

UAV event in Nizhny Novgorod, Savasleika Airbase area, Russian Federation on Fri 14th August 2026

14th August 2026

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Overnight, Ukrainian drones attacked Savasleika Airbase, Nizhny Novgorod Oblast. Savasleika Airbase is home to Russian MiG-31K fighter jets, which can launch Kinzhal hypersonic aeroballistic missiles.

Following the strikes, a fire broke out. The Ukrainian General Staff confirmed attacks took place on the Airbase, but did not specify the exact targets.

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Nizhny Novgorod ( Savasleika Airbase area )

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