Smoke Rises Over St Petersburg as Drone Strikes Hit Russian Infrastructure Before Key Forum

Описание: Dramatic footage captured thick smoke rising behind St. Isaac's Cathedral in St. Petersburg after drone strikes targeted infrastructure facilities across Russia's Leningrad region. Russian authorities said air defence systems intercepted 50 drones overnight as they worked to repel what were described as Ukrainian attacks.

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The incident comes at a sensitive time as St. Petersburg hosts Russia's flagship economic forum, often dubbed President Vladimir Putin's "Russian Davos." The region is home to critical energy export infrastructure and one of Russia's major oil refineries, making it strategically important.

Officials said infrastructure facilities in the Kirovsky district were among the targets. The latest strikes highlight the continuing reach of drone warfare deep inside Russian territory as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues. Watch the full report for details on the attacks, the damage reported, and the significance of the timing ahead of Russia's major economic gathering.

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