Ukraine successfully shot down a new Russian Grom-1 bomb missile near Dnipro city, according to official statements from the regional governor. The incident marks the first time this weapon has reached the industrial area of Dnipro, which sits in the heart of Ukraine’s central region.
The attack, which occurred on June 28, was launched from the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia Oblast and traveled over 100 kilometers before being intercepted by Ukrainian air defenses. This event signals a shift in Russian tactics as they attempt to strike key Ukrainian regions with advanced weaponry. The Grom-1, a hybrid of a guided aerial bomb and missile derived from the Kh-38 platform, has an estimated range of up to 120 kilometers.
Recent Russian strikes on Dnipro have intensified, with a ballistic missile attack on June 24 resulting in at least 21 civilian deaths and over 300 injuries. These attacks indicate Moscow’s continued focus on targeting Ukrainian cities and infrastructure. Meanwhile, Ukrainian military officials have denied reports of Russian troops entering Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, instead asserting that Ukrainian forces have intercepted Russian reconnaissance units trying to breach the region.
Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi has noted that Russia has amassed over 111,000 troops near Pokrovsk, the current hotspot on the front line. However, the situation is described as being under control, with no confirmed incursions into Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. Despite these efforts, Ukrainian air defenses continue to successfully intercept Russian missiles and bombs, providing critical protection to civilian areas.
The incident underscores the ongoing conflict’s impact on the region’s infrastructure and civilian population. As Russia intensifies its attacks, Ukrainian officials are working to defend key industrial zones while also maintaining their defensive operations against Moscow’s advances. The successful interception of the Grom-1 missile demonstrates the effectiveness of Ukrainian air defenses in countering advanced Russian weaponry.