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Ukrainian drone attack on Russia's Yaroslavl region kills child, governor says

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Posted on March 28, 2026

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MOSCOW, March 28 - A Ukrainian drone attack in Russia's Yaroslavl region north-east of Moscow killed a child and injured three people, while causing damage to several residential buildings and "a

Ukrainian Drone Attack in Yaroslavl, Russia Leaves One Child Dead, Three Injured

Details of the Yaroslavl Drone Attack

Casualties and Injuries

MOSCOW, March 28 - A Ukrainian drone attack in Russia's Yaroslavl region north-east of Moscow killed a child and injured three people, while causing damage to several residential buildings and "a retail object", the local governor said on Saturday.

Statement from the Governor

"A child who was in one of the private houses in the suburban district of Yaroslavl region at the time of the attack has died," the governor, Mikhail Evraev, said on his Telegram channel.

Condition of the Injured

"His parents have been hospitalised in a serious condition. A woman living in a neighbouring house was also injured. They are receiving all necessary medical care," he added.

Russian Air Defence Response

He said Russian air defence units had repelled more than 30 Ukrainian drones during the attack.

Defence Ministry Report

The Russian Defence Ministry said on Saturday that a total of 155 Ukrainian drones had been repelled and destroyed overnight over a number of Russian regions, including the Moscow region.

(Reporting by Reuters; Editing by Jan Harvey)

Key Takeaways

  • A child was killed and three people injured in the Yaroslavl region drone attack, with multiple private homes and a retail facility damaged, according to Governor Mikhail Evraev (themoscowtimes.com).
  • Russian air defenses reportedly repelled over 30 drones in this specific incident, while the Defence Ministry stated that 155 Ukrainian drones were destroyed overnight across several regions including Moscow (themoscowtimes.com).
  • The attack underscores Ukraine’s escalating strategic use of drone strikes targeting Russian infrastructure, contributing to ongoing disruptions in energy and transportation sectors that continue to strain Russia’s economy (themoscowtimes.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where did the Ukrainian drone attack occur in Russia?
The attack occurred in the Yaroslavl region, north-east of Moscow.
Were there any casualties in the Yaroslavl attack?
Yes, a child was killed and three people were injured in the drone attack.
How many drones were repelled during the attack?
Russian authorities reported repelling more than 30 Ukrainian drones in the Yaroslavl region and a total of 155 drones across multiple regions.
Did the drone attack cause property damage?
Yes, several residential buildings and a retail object were damaged in the attack.
What action did local authorities take following the attack?
The injured individuals are receiving medical care, and Russian air defence units responded to the drone incursion.

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