US EditionUkrainian Drone Attack Hits Russian Semiconductor Plant
- On May 21, 2025, Ukrainian drones launched a strike with ten drones on the Bolkhov semiconductor plant in Russia's Oryol region, causing explosions and fire.
- The attack targeted a key facility supplying components for Russian missile, aircraft, and electronic warfare systems amid ongoing conflict in the border regions.
- Russian authorities reported mobile internet disruptions nearby and acknowledged damage to the plant and several residential buildings, though casualties were initially denied.
- The plant employs about 700 workers and produces nearly three million semiconductor devices annually, despite U.S. Sanctions imposed last year due to its military role.
- This drone attack underscores Ukraine's continued military operations across the border and signals ongoing strategic pressure on Russia's defense infrastructure.
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Ukrainian military says it hit Russian semiconductor device plant
KYIV - A Ukrainian drone attack hit a semiconductor devices plant in Russia's western Oryol region that supplies Russian fighter jet and missile producers, Ukraine's military said on Wednesday. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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Ukrainian drone attack hits Russian semiconductor plant
A Ukrainian drone attack hit a semiconductor devices plant in Russia's western Oryol region that supplies Russian fighter jet and missile producers, Ukraine's military said on Wednesday. Ten drones had reached the target area, and a fire had broken out, Ukraine said on the Telegram messaging app. Follow our liveblog for all the latest updates.
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