Unprecedented Drone Attacks Between Russia and Ukraine Overnight

A significant aerial drone onslaught disrupted Russia and its nearby regions overnight, leading to one injury and causing temporary disruptions at some of the country’s major airports.

According to Russia's defense ministry, a total of 70 drones were intercepted and destroyed across Russian territory, with 34 coming down around Moscow. The aviation agency stated that several major airports, including Sheremetyevo and Domodedovo, briefly halted flights for safety.

A local authority in Moscow reported that a woman in her fifties suffered burn injuries when drones ignited a fire in her village southeast of the capital. Fortunately, no injuries were reported directly within Moscow itself, although there were reports of drone wreckage causing fires in suburban areas.

Record Drone Offensive from Russia Against Ukraine

In a massive aerial offensive, Russia launched what Ukrainian officials termed a 'record' number of drones, 145 in total, towards Ukrainian territories. The Ukrainian air force confirmed that they managed to shoot down 62 of these drones. Meanwhile, 67 drones reportedly went off course due to electronic interference.

Reports indicate that at least one individual was wounded in Ukraine's southern port city of Odesa as a result of these drone attacks, according to the local governor.