Russia's Defense Ministry says air defenses shot down more than 100 Ukrainian drones in 24 hours
The ministry says air defense forces downed 110 Ukrainian military drones over Russian territory between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Moscow time.
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Air defense forces shot down 110 drones belonging to Ukraine's armed forces over Russian territory between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Moscow time, the press office of Russia's Defense Ministry announced.
The ministry's statement contains no information about where the drones were intercepted, potential property damage, or any casualties resulting from incidents related to the attacks or their repulsion.
Context
Such daily drone interception summaries are regularly published by Russia's military department as part of its coverage of the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. The statement makes no reference to independent verification of the figures cited.
The ministry's statement provides no further details on the nature of the attacks or their intended targets.
Sources
- За день над Россией сбили более 100 беспилотников — Kommersant
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