In the morning hours of April 16, 2025, the Ivanovo region was attacked by unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The Russian Ministry of Defense reported that air defense forces successfully intercepted and destroyed seven drones over the region. The attack began at 08:00 and lasted until 09:40 Moscow time. According to preliminary data, casualties and destruction were avoided, but the regional authorities are investigating possible consequences. The operational headquarters of the Ivanovo region called on residents to remain calm and trust only official information while emergency services complete their work at the sites of the fallen debris.

The attack affected several areas, including the outskirts of the city of Shuya, where, according to local residents, explosions were heard and flashes in the sky were observed. Messages on Telegram channels indicate increased activity by the military and law enforcement agencies, who quickly cordoned off the areas where the drone debris was found. Although the Defense Ministry did not specify the target of the attack, sources suggest that the drones could have been aimed at military or industrial facilities. The power supply in the region is stable, but the authorities have organized monitoring of the infrastructure to rule out hidden damage.

The incident in the Ivanovo region was part of a series of drone attacks that have become more frequent in recent months in central and border regions of Russia. According to the Defense Ministry, on the night of April 16, air defense forces neutralized 26 drones in six regions, including the Voronezh, Belgorod, Kursk, Lipetsk, Moscow regions and Crimea. The Ivanovo region, located 300 km from Moscow, has not previously experienced such attacks, which makes the event unexpected and alarming.

According to Reuters, the attacks are linked to Ukraine's increased capabilities in producing long-range drones capable of covering significant distances.