Ukrainian drone strike hits apartment building in Syzran, Russia
A Ukrainian drone strike hit a multi-story apartment building in the Russian city of Syzran, approximately 1,000 km from the border, killing a woman and a child. The regional governor confirmed the casualties and noted that a Rosneft oil refinery is located on the same street, suggesting the refinery was the likely intended target. The incident highlights Ukraine's expanding reach into Russian territory to disrupt energy infrastructure and fuel production during the spring offensive.
Date: April 22, 2026
Location: Russia
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: airstrike
Severity: MEDIUM
Casualties reported: 2
Source: The Guardian