Ukraine downs 95 of over 100 Russian drones in overnight attack

Ukraine's air defense systems successfully intercepted the vast majority of a large-scale Russian drone attack overnight, neutralizing 95 out of 101 deployed unmanned aerial vehicles. The assault, which began Tuesday evening and continued into Wednesday morning, involved various types of drones, including Shahed combat drones and imitation models. These were launched from multiple Russian regions and occupied territories in Crimea.

Ukrainian aviation, anti-aircraft missile units, electronic warfare, and mobile fire groups collaborated to repel the attack. Preliminary reports indicate that 95 drones were shot down or neutralized across the country's north, south, and east. However, six combat drones managed to strike five separate locations, and debris from drones was discovered in six different areas. The situation remained dynamic, with enemy drones reportedly still present in the airspace.

In addition to the widespread drone launches, Russian drones also targeted an industrial facility in the Poltava region during the night. The effectiveness of Ukraine's air defense in repelling such a significant number of drones highlights the ongoing efforts to protect critical infrastructure and civilian areas from aerial assaults.