# Gerasimov says Russian strikes cut Ukraine’s long-range weapons production capacity

https://mins.news/en/item/103580

- TASS, 2026-10-16 18:37 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/politics/2203327

> Gerasimov told Putin that Russian forces carried out 12 massive strikes in September and October, hitting 30 Ukrainian defense industry companies and logistics centers, along with 14 fuel, energy and transport infrastructure facilities. He said the attacks significantly reduced Ukraine’s ability to produce long-range weapons and obtain equipment.

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