Ukrainian Missiles Strike Drone Facilities in Russia

The General Staff of Ukraine reported that Neptune missiles struck three military targets in Rostov-on-Don during the early hours of November 13. The operation focused on a drone factory owned by Ionos LLC and a maintenance center operated by Aero-Hit LLC.

The destroyed facilities were responsible for manufacturing and repairing tactical and reconnaissance drones used by the Russian army. The Ukrainian government states that the offensive aims to reduce Russia's capacity to launch attacks against infrastructure and military positions within Ukrainian territory.

Rostov regional governor Yuri Slyusar confirmed a nighttime attack and damage to five residential buildings. He reported the destruction of over 120 drones in the area but did not specify which industrial structures were hit by the missiles.

The Neptune system was originally designed for naval combat and has a range that can reach 1,000 kilometers following recent upgrades. This action is part of a series of strikes against Russia's military-industrial complex including targets in Oryol and Volgograd in recent weeks.