Ukrainian drones struck an industrial site deep inside Russia on Saturday (February 21, 2026), which a Russian news channel said was a key state-owned missile factory. “One of the republic’s facilities was attacked by drones” launched by Ukraine, regional head Alexander Brechalov said in another Telegram post. He added that the strike caused injuries and damage but did not identify the site or give further details. The Votkinsk factory, more than 1,400 km (870 miles) from Ukraine, produces Iskander ballistic missiles, often used in strikes against Ukraine, as well as nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missiles. Russia attacked Ukraine with 120 drones and one ballistic missile overnight into Saturday (February 20, 2026), Ukraine’s Air Force said.

Source: The Hindu February 21, 2026 17:07 UTC