A drone attack targeted Sberbank’s main data processing centre located in Balakovo, Russia. The facility, a critical component of Russia’s digital infrastructure, has a substantial capacity of 82 MW and houses approximately 120,000 servers. The attack marks a significant instance of Ukraine-related conflict extending over 650 km into Russian territory. While the extent of the damage remains unconfirmed, the targeting of such a key site raises concerns about potential disruptions to financial and data services within Russia. Sberbank has not yet released a full statement regarding the incident’s impact. This strike demonstrates a growing capability and willingness to strike deeper into Russia. The location of Balakovo, far from the immediate conflict zone, underscores the evolving nature of the conflict.

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