According to a report by the Russian newspaper "Businessman" on August 10, the city of Kamsk in the Republic of Tatarstan in Russia was severely attacked by Ukrainian drones on that day, resulting in at least 13 deaths and 78 injuries. The Uzbek Ministry of Foreign Affairs subsequently confirmed that among the deceased were 7 Uzbek citizens.
On the morning of the 10th local time, Shkabmesk reported a massive drone attack. Mayor Radimir Beliaev stated in a statement that Ukrainian drones attacked the city’s industrial and civilian facilities. Shkabmesk is an industrial city in the Russian Republic of Tatarstan, located along the Kam River. It is an important petrochemical center in the region.
The Russian Republic of Tatarstan's Lower Kamske was attacked by drones; video screenshot
The office of the Governor of the Republic of Tartaristan, Rustam Minnikhanov, announced that the drone attack resulted in 13 deaths and 78 injuries. Minnikhanov has ordered measures to address the consequences of the attack and instructed relevant departments to provide assistance to the victims and their families.
The Uzbek Consulate in Kazan subsequently confirmed that among the deceased were 7 Uzbek citizens, but did not provide any further details.
The British Reuters reported that Uzbekistan is the country with the largest population in Central Asia. Approximately 2 to 3 million Uzbek citizens work within Russia, so the economy of this country is partially dependent on remittances from its citizens abroad. Regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Uzbekistan has adopted a diplomatic balance strategy, maintaining close ties with Russia while also emphasizing support for Ukraine's territorial integrity.
The Russian Federal Investigative Committee has classified the drone attack on Kamskoye in Ukraine as a 'terrorist attack' and is conducting an investigation. The Republic of Tatarstan in Russia has announced mourning ceremonies for the victims.
