Ukrainian forces hit Russian drone launch site and repair base near Donetsk

Ukraine's defense forces struck a Russian drone launch site, a repair base, and a concentration of personnel on October 17-18, according to the General Staff. The strikes targeted a drone storage, preparation, and launch site near Donetsk, reducing Russia's ability to attack Ukrainian territory and civilian infrastructure. A vehicle repair base in Luhansk region was also hit, complicating the restoration of damaged equipment for frontline units. Additionally, Ukrainian forces struck a concentration of Russian personnel near Dubove in Donetsk region. These actions follow recent strikes on a railway bridge in Russia's Bryansk region and other military targets, part of ongoing efforts to disrupt Russian logistics and capabilities.