Could deadly strikes inside Russia backfire on Ukraine? | DW News

A Ukrainian drone attack on the city of Nizhnekamsk in Russia's Tatarstan region has killed at least 13 people, according to local authorities. The strike, targeting a major oil-processing hub, is being described as the deadliest attack inside Russia in more than two years. Ukraine says the campaign is aimed at disrupting Russia's energy sector and military logistics, while Moscow accuses Kyiv of targeting civilians. We speak to our correspondents about the significance of the attack and what it could mean for the war.

00:00 Ukrainian drone attack hits Russia’s Tatarstan region
01:09 Zelenskyy: Attacks on energy infrastructure will continue
01:32 Russia accuses Ukraine of targeting civilians
02:52 Targets Ukrainian drones have been hitting inside Russia
04:17 What civilian casualties in Russia mean for Ukraine’s western military backers
05:41 Does Ukraine succeed in "bringing the war home" to Russia?
06:40 What Ukraine can actually achieve with its increased long-range abilities
07:49 The war is moving away from the frontlines
08:18 Interview Charles Hecker, Royal United Services Institute
08:44 How much of Russia can still be considered safely behind the front line?
09:32 Civilian death toll: The number of Ukrainian civilians killed by Russia is “overwhelmingly” higher
10:31 How will the Kremlin use those deaths?
11:39 The impact of Ukraine’s attacks on Russia’s refining capacity
12:50 Priorities of Russia’s air defenses
14:06 Kyiv has the upper hand in drone warfare, but Russia’s firepower is still superior

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