The Ukrainian military continues its drone attacks on Russian territory. During the night, 16 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were neutralized by Russian defense systems.
Increased Drone Attacks by the Ukrainian Military
The Ukrainian forces have escalated their attempts to target military and civilian sites in Russia using UAVs. The Russian Ministry of Defense announced that 16 drones were intercepted and destroyed during attacks that occurred overnight.
In its statement, the ministry said, “The Kyiv regime attempted to strike Russian territory using aircraft-type UAVs.” The attacks primarily targeted critical infrastructure in border regions and around the capital, Moscow.
Russia’s Air Defense Systems in Action
Russian air defense systems responded swiftly to the attacks. According to the ministry’s report:
- 14 UAVs were destroyed in the Bryansk region.
- 1 UAV each was intercepted in the Belgorod and Kursk regions.
These interventions effectively thwarted Ukraine’s plans to strike facilities on Russian soil.

Targets Include Crimea and Moscow
The Ukrainian drones have not only focused on border regions but have also aimed at strategic locations, including Crimea and Moscow’s infrastructure. However, most drones are neutralized before they can reach their targets, thanks to Russia’s air defense measures.
With these recent incidents, Ukraine’s ongoing attack attempts and Russia’s defensive actions continue to heighten tensions in the region.