On October 29, for the first time in Chechnya, a drone attack was recorded targeting the Russian special forces university named after Vladimir Putin in the city of Gudermes. This was reported by the head of the Chechen Republic, Ramzan Kadyrov, who shared the information on his Telegram channel.
What do we know about the attack?
The attack took place at 6:30 in the morning when a drone flew over the university. According to Kadyrov, as a result of the drone strike, the roof of one of the empty university buildings caught fire. Fortunately, there were no casualties or injuries. However, this incident has sparked discussions both in Russian and international media, as it is the first documented case of a drone attack in Chechnya.
Why did the drones choose the special forces university?
The Russian special forces university in Gudermes is a symbolic object in Chechnya, opened several years ago for the training of Russian special forces. The institution has modern infrastructure, including training centers, firing ranges, and classrooms. The inclusion of Putin’s name in the title emphasizes its status and importance for the Kremlin. Therefore, this object could have been a symbolic target for the attack.
What to expect in response?
Ramzan Kadyrov, known for his loyalty to Moscow and Putin, assured that the situation is under control. He noted that the attack did not disrupt the university’s operations, and all services continue to work as usual. However, investigative authorities have already begun an investigation to determine those responsible for this attack.
First attack on Chechnya: what does this mean?
This incident is the first of its kind for Chechnya, which had previously avoided aerial attacks on its strategic targets. Given Russia’s active involvement in the conflict in Ukraine, drone attacks on Chechen territory could indicate an expansion of the conflict into new regions.
Will this incident change the security situation in the region?
An attack on a special forces university could impact the strengthening of security measures in Chechnya and other regions. It is possible that the Chechen leadership will review its defense strategies and provide additional protection for strategic objects. Such an attack could also affect the population’s mood, as events in Ukraine are getting closer to Russia’s borders and the conflict is taking on new forms.
The drone attack on Chechnya is an important signal to Russia that even the most remote and protected objects can become targets. The incident in Grozny could influence security policy not only in Chechnya, but also throughout Russia, forcing the Kremlin to strengthen its borders and strategic objects.
