Story perspectives

Ukrainian Drones Target Russian Defense Plant, Inflict Damage

11/26/2025

Summary

Story summary

On November 26, Ukrainian long-range drones attacked the VNIIR-Progress defense plant in Cheboksary, Russia, causing significant damage and a large fire.
Local authorities confirmed the attack, reporting two injuries and damage to residential buildings.
The VNIIR-Progress plant produces critical components for military technology, including navigation systems for Shahed-type drones and missiles.
The plant had been attacked previously in June, indicating a sustained campaign to disrupt Russian military infrastructure.

1 of 1

Story summary

On November 26, Ukrainian long-range drones attacked the VNIIR-Progress defense plant in Cheboksary, Russia, causing significant damage and a large fire.
Local authorities confirmed the attack, reporting two injuries and damage to residential buildings.
The VNIIR-Progress plant produces critical components for military technology, including navigation systems for Shahed-type drones and missiles.
The plant had been attacked previously in June, indicating a sustained campaign to disrupt Russian military infrastructure.