En.Defence-Ua Ukraine Strikes Russian Drone Facilities with Neptune Missiles
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- •Ukrainian Neptune missiles targeted Russian drone production facilities in Rostov-on-Don.
- •The strikes aimed to disrupt the supply chain of drones used against Ukraine.
- •This operation is part of a significant increase in Neptune missile usage by Ukraine.
On November 13, 2026, the Ukrainian Navy launched Neptune cruise missiles targeting drone production and service facilities in Rostov-on-Don, Russia. The strikes hit Ionos LLC, a manufacturer of Alyosha UAVs, and Aero-Khit LLC's service center for Veles drones. This operation aimed to disrupt the supply chain of Russian drones used against Ukraine, potentially reducing attacks on Ukrainian civilians and military. The Ukrainian General Staff reported that the strikes were part of a broader strategy to undermine Russian military capabilities. This marks a significant increase in the use of Neptune missiles, with nine strikes reported since August 2026, reflecting improved tactics and missile effectiveness. The Ukrainian forces emphasized their right to self-defense under international law.
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