Ukrainian Forces Repel Major Drone Attack

Ukrainian forces successfully destroyed 60 out of 74 Russian attack drones and intercepted two out of three missiles launched overnight. Various defense units collaborated to repel the air assault, according to Ukraine's Air Force on Thursday via the Telegram messaging app.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Kyiv | Updated: 29-08-2024 12:46 IST | Created: 29-08-2024 12:46 IST
Ukrainian Forces Repel Major Drone Attack
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Ukrainian forces successfully destroyed 60 out of 74 Russian attack drones and intercepted two out of three missiles launched overnight, Ukraine's Air Force reported on Thursday.

The statement, shared via the Telegram messaging app, highlighted the coordinated efforts of aviation, anti-aircraft missile troops, electronic warfare, and mobile fire groups within the Ukrainian Air Force and Defence Forces.

This defensive operation is the latest in ongoing efforts to guard Ukrainian airspace amidst ongoing conflict with Russia.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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