Drone Attack Targets Special Forces University in Chechnya

On October 29, a drone strike targeted the Russian Special Forces University in Gudermes, Chechnya, marking the first such attack in the region since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in 2022. The early morning attack caused a fire on the roof of an empty building, but no casualties were reported, according to Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov. Images from the scene showed significant damage, but Kadyrov emphasized that the university continued operations without disruption. The university, which trains special forces personnel, has been involved in military training for the conflict in Ukraine and recently began drone production. Investigations are underway to determine the drone's origin, although Kadyrov did not confirm if it was launched from Ukraine. The incident highlights the expanding reach of drone warfare in the ongoing conflict.