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Russia claimed its air defenses shot down 660 Ukrainian drones in a single night, marking one of the largest aerial attacks of the war. The attack reportedly struck a chemical plant, according to Moscow. The overnight assault represents a significant escalation in drone warfare between the two countries.
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Russia’s Ministry of Defence has reported that its air defence systems intercepted and destroyed 660 Ukrainian drones in a single night, marking one of the largest aerial barrages of the ongoing war. The attack targeted multiple regions across Russia.
According to the defence ministry, the drones were downed over various areas, including the Rostov, Voronezh, and Kursk regions. In addition to the drone strikes, a chemical plant was reported hit, though details on the extent of damage or casualties remain limited.
The overnight assault represents a significant escalation in Ukraine’s use of drone warfare, underscoring the growing role of unmanned aerial vehicles in the conflict.
Source: The Indian Express
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