A drone strike launched by Ukraine on the central Russian city of Saratov resulted in the deaths of two individuals on Saturday, according to local officials.

Throughout nearly four years of conflict in Ukraine, Kyiv has targeted Russia with drone assaults, striking areas seized by Russian forces and delivering drone and missile attacks on various locations across the country.

Regional Governor Roman Busargin reported that the drones struck a residential building in Saratov.

“Two fatalities have been confirmed,” Busargin mentioned on Telegram.

“The drone attack resulted in damage to several apartments within the residential structure,” he continued.

He also noted that authorities will extend financial assistance to those affected by the damage.

Saratov is situated on the Volga River, opposite Engels, which hosts a significant Russian military installation.

While Kyiv has carried out drone strikes on this area in the past, Russian defenses intercept a large number of these attacks, making casualties uncommon.

Conversely, Russia has consistently bombarded Ukrainian cities with drones and missiles throughout the duration of the war.

The United States is currently engaged in discussions with both Moscow and Kyiv in an effort to bring an end to the protracted conflict.