Ukrainian drones struck the Vladimir Space Communications Center in Russia’s Vladimir region, causing significant damage to one of the facilities responsible for the country’s satellite communications infrastructure.
The information comes from the Ukrainian outlet Militarnyi. According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, two buildings were hit and a fire broke out following the attack.
The complex, located near the city of Gus-Khrustalny, is part of the state-owned Russian Satellite Communications Company (RSCC) network and supports Russia’s satellite communications systems, including services used by security agencies and the Armed Forces.
The facility was upgraded to the status of a communications center in 2025, expanding its role beyond satellite control to also serve as a major data traffic hub.
The strike came just two days after another Ukrainian attack targeted the Dubna Space Communications Center in the Moscow region, suggesting a coordinated campaign against Russia’s space and communications infrastructure.
Experts note that these facilities play a key role in operating the Express satellite network, which is used for both civilian and military communications.
According to the Ukrainian General Staff, the offensive is part of a strategy to reduce Russia’s command, control, and data transmission capabilities in support of its military operations. Russian authorities have not released information regarding possible service disruptions or the operational impact of the attack.
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