Chechnya Attacked by Drones: FSB Building Damaged

The FSB building in the Achkhoy-Martan district of Chechnya was damaged by a Ukrainian drone attack. There was no official comment, but the Ministry of Defense reported the downing of four UAVs over Chechen territory.

Military facilities in Gudermes were also reportedly hit. Unconfirmed reports indicate that the Akhmat Regiment's base was attacked.

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