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Ukrainian Drone Strikes Cause Fires at Multiple Energy Facilities and Air Defense Bases in Sochi

Ukrainian drone strikes on September 4 and 5 caused significant damage to energy infrastructure and air defense positions in the Russian city of Sochi. The strikes hit two oil depots in the Sirius and Adler districts, including a facility owned by Rosneft. These fires were reported by Russian authorities and media, with satellite imagery confirming active fires near the Sochi International Airport. In addition to the oil depots, the drones damaged a Russian S-300 or S-400 surface-to-air missile system, causing the detonation of one of its launchers. The strikes also impacted aviation fuel infrastructure and air defense positions near the Sochi International Airport. Russian authorities confirmed that drone debris was found across multiple locations, and no one was reported hurt during the fires. The city of Sochi is a coastal vacation destination and serves as the official summer residence for Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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