Air defense repels drone attack over Voronezh after sirens wake residents

On Monday, October 26, residents of Voronezh were awakened by air raid sirens as a rocket danger alert was declared in the region at 5:47 AM, followed by explosions and air defense operations. Governor Alexander Gusev confirmed that air defense forces were repelling a drone attack over Voronezh and its suburbs, urging residents to stay indoors, away from windows, and to avoid sharing photos or videos of the strikes online. Gusev also warned that approaching drone debris is strictly prohibited as it may detonate, instructing anyone who spots fragments to call emergency number 112 and warn others to avoid the area.