Massive Russian Drone Strike on Ukraine: 110 Out of 118 Drones Intercepted by Air Defenses.
Large-Scale Aerial Assault Targets Ukraine
According to Novyny.live: On the night of June 13, Russian forces launched a massive aerial attack against Ukraine, deploying 118 attack drones. Ukrainian air defense systems successfully intercepted 110 of these unmanned aerial vehicles. During the assault, three drones struck their targets at three separate locations.
The attack continued over several hours, with some enemy drones remaining airborne. The Russian military launched the drones from sites within Russia, including the cities of Oryol, Kursk, Millerovo, and Prymorsko-Akhtarsk. Additionally, shelling also impacted occupied territories, specifically the Donetsk region and Hvardiiske in the Autonomous Republic of Crimea.
Impact on the Dnipropetrovsk Region
Throughout the attack, the Dnipropetrovsk region endured over 20 shellings by Russian forces, resulting in nine injuries. Ukrainian defense units were mobilized to protect the country in this situation, including:
- aviation
- anti-aircraft missile troops
- electronic warfare units
- mobile fire groups
This attack is part of the ongoing military conflict between Russia and Ukraine, which continues to threaten regional security and stability. The efforts of Ukraine's air defense forces demonstrate their ability to respond to threats, although such massive strikes can lead to significant civilian casualties and infrastructure damage. The situation in Ukraine remains tense, and the continuation of hostilities demands close attention from the international community.
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