Russia Launches Assault on Ukraine with 142 Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Leaving 112 Destroyed

In a significant development, Ukraine's air defense forces have successfully fended off a coordinated drone attack by Russian forces. The assault, which began on the evening of 7 September, saw Russian forces launching drones from cities including Bryansk, Oryol, Primorsko-Akhtarsk, and Cape Chauda in temporarily occupied Crimea, as well as unspecified locations where Shahed, Gerbera, and other types of drones were deployed.

The exact number of drones launched and the targets hit are not clear, but early reports suggest that 26 UAVs have struck 7 different locations across Ukraine, in the north, south, east, and center. Despite the defense efforts, some of the drones managed to hit their intended targets.

Ukraine's air defense forces have been active in repelling the attack, with aircraft, anti-aircraft missile units, electronic warfare units, unmanned systems units, and mobile fire groups all participating. The forces have also reportedly jammed some of the enemy drones, although no specific details about the number of jammed drones are available.

One location has recorded the fall of debris from downed drones, but no further information about the locations where the drones hit or the fall of debris is provided. The exact number of units and personnel from Ukraine's defense forces involved in the defense is not specified in the available information.

In a positive development, a total of 112 drones have been successfully destroyed by Ukraine's air defense forces. No new information about the injuries or damages caused by the drones is available at this time.

The attacks mark a worrying escalation in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, and highlight the need for continued vigilance and effective defense strategies. As the situation continues to evolve, updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Russia Launches Assault on Ukraine with 142 Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Leaving 112 Destroyed