Russian authorities reported a drone attack on four oblasts, with explosions in Lipetsk and Yelets cities - the former has a military airfield while the latter has a battery plant.
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Russian authorities reported a drone attack on four oblasts, with explosions in Lipetsk and Yelets cities.
The facility manufactures batteries for missile guidance and glider modules, including for the Iskander system and cruise missiles
Energia is one of the most critical targets for Russia
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Extracted: 2026-02-18T21:15:11.945Z
Source story: 8014642