Oleg Melnichenko

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Oleg Melnichenko is the governor of Penza Oblast, having won re-election in September with 70.8% of the vote according to official data. He has communicated through the MAX messaging platform about emergency measures in response to drone threats, including the introduction of a 'Drone Danger' regime, temporary airspace restrictions, and the activation of the 'Cover' emergency plan. He reported incidents involving drone attacks on infrastructure such as a Wildberries logistics center and power lines, with one injury reported and no fatalities, while also confirming the destruction of multiple…

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