Ukraine fires over 1,000 drones at Russia, including hundreds launched at Moscow

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1. 13h ago

   Ukraine and Russia Exchange Hundreds of Drones in Overnight Strikes

   Ukraine and Russia launched hundreds of drones at each other overnight. Ukrainian strikes targeted Moscow airports to disrupt airspace and used modified Neptune anti-ship missiles to hit Russian airbases. Ukraine claims these missile strikes destroyed six Su-34 jets. In retaliation, Russian strikes hit a power substation in the Kyiv region. These escalations occur as Russia develops AI-powered drones that operate without GPS and builds a proprietary satellite network to compete with Starlink. Meanwhile, Russia has reached a new record for daily gas supplies to China via the Power of Siberia pipeline.

   Why it matters

   The conflict is evolving through the adoption of AI-driven warfare and the modification of existing missile systems for long-range strikes. These military actions persist despite a brief truce in Oleshky and US efforts to restart peace negotiations. Energy markets remain volatile, with European gas prices falling amid Iran-US talks.

   What is confirmed

   • Russia's strikes hit a power substation in the Kyiv region.
   • Russia is developing AI-powered drones and a satellite network.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Ukraine is using drones to close airspace around the Russian capital.

   What to watch next

   • Confirmation of Su-34 jet losses by Russian defense officials
   • Impact of Russian AI-powered drones on Ukrainian frontline operations
   • Results of US-led negotiations to end the conflict
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2. 5d ago

   Ukraine Strikes Russia With Drones As Brief Truce Facilitates Oleshky

   Ukrainian forces targeted Russian territory with a massive drone offensive, hitting a major chemical plant and Russia's largest steel plant overnight. Moscow reported shooting down hundreds of unmanned aircraft during the assault. Concurrently, a brief Russia-Ukraine truce entered its fourth day, facilitating aid deliveries and evacuations in the devastated city of Oleshky. The warring sides continue military actions despite a United States push to end the conflict and renew negotiations.

   Why it matters

   The ongoing aerial campaign demonstrates Ukraine's sustained capability to strike deep inside Russian territory, targeting industrial infrastructure and capital regions despite air defense efforts. Meanwhile, the rare localized truce in Oleshky provides a brief humanitarian window in an otherwise unrelenting conflict. The broader diplomatic landscape remains strained as United States-backed peace pushes face continuous friction on the ground.

   What is confirmed

   • Drones hit Russia's largest steel plant and a major chemical plant overnight.
   • Moscow claims it downed hundreds of drones.
   • Russian and Ukrainian officials entered the devastated city of Oleshky on the fourth day of a brief truce.

   What to watch next

   • Further official assessments of the damage sustained at the steel and chemical plants
   • Potential extension or collapse of the brief truce in Oleshky
   • Developments regarding United States-led diplomatic negotiations
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3. 8d ago

   Ukraine Launches Drone Offensive Against Russia as Strikes Hit Moscow

   Ukrainian forces launched a massive aerial offensive involving over 1,000 drones against Russian territory, targeting Moscow with hundreds of unmanned aircraft and hitting oil infrastructure in St. Petersburg. Social media videos captured fire and smoke at the St. Petersburg oil sites. The cross-border strikes disrupted major airport flights, forced evacuations at a Moscow skyscraper housing government ministries, damaged a Sberbank data center, and hit a key Russian plant manufacturing missile components. The aerial assault comes as the warring sides maintain their attacks despite a United States push to end the conflict and renew negotiations.

   Why it matters

   The drone barrage places intense pressure on an energy ceasefire between Kyiv and Moscow. Russian authorities reported intercepting large numbers of incoming unmanned aircraft as the persistent aerial campaigns strain air defense networks. Both nations continue to target critical infrastructure, with Russian ballistic missiles striking Kyiv while Ukrainian drones strike deep into Russian territory.

   What is confirmed

   • Ukrainian forces launched an aerial offensive involving more than 1,000 drones against Russian territory.
   • Moscow stated that it intercepted 1,015 drones during the attacks.
   • Russia pounded Kyiv with ballistic missiles while Ukraine sent hundreds of drones toward Moscow.
   • Ukraine hit a key Russian plant that makes components for Moscow missiles.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Ukraine reportedly hit an arsenal south of Moscow that repairs air defenses.

   What to watch next

   • Any formal collapse or renewal of the energy ceasefire between Kyiv and Moscow
   • Further United States-led diplomatic push to renew negotiations between the warring sides
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4. 11d ago

   Ukraine Launches Massive Drone Campaign Against Russian Territory

   Ukrainian forces launched an aerial offensive involving more than 1,000 drones against Russian territory, targeting Moscow with hundreds of unmanned aircraft and hitting oil infrastructure in St. Petersburg. The strikes disrupted major airport flights, damaged a Sberbank data center, and killed one person while injuring five others. Russian strikes hit Ukrainian energy facilities and residential areas with ballistic missiles and jet-powered drones in response, leaving hundreds of thousands of families without power. Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces executed the first-ever frontline drone evacuation of a wounded soldier.

   Why it matters

   This large-scale drone offensive represents a direct escalation in aerial operations between Ukraine and Russia, affecting critical civilian infrastructure and major urban centers on both sides. The attacks on Russian territory, including St. Petersburg and Moscow, challenge domestic security narratives presented by local authorities. Concurrently, ongoing Russian retaliatory strikes against Ukraine target civilian energy grids, deepening the humanitarian impact of the conflict.

   What is confirmed

   • Ukrainian forces launched an aerial offensive involving more than 1,000 drones against Russian territory.
   • Russian strikes hit Ukrainian energy facilities and residential areas with ballistic missiles and jet-powered drones.
   • The Ukrainian military reported the first-ever frontline drone evacuation of a wounded soldier.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Ukraine's Security Service reported hits on an FPV drone production facility, two drone storage sites, a Pantsir air defense system, and a radar during a Sept. 12 drone attack in Taganrog.

   What to watch next

   • Assessments of damage and repair timelines for targeted Russian oil infrastructure and Ukrainian energy grids
   • Official casualty and damage verifications from local authorities versus intelligence reports regarding the Taganrog strike
   • Further diplomatic engagement between the Kremlin and the European Union concerning the continuation of the war
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5. 14d ago

   Ukraine Launches Over 1,000 Drones at Russia

   Ukrainian forces launched a massive aerial offensive involving more than 1,000 drones against Russian territory, targeting Moscow with hundreds of unmanned aircraft and hitting oil infrastructure in St. Petersburg. The strikes disrupted major airport flights and damaged a Sberbank data center. The operation killed one person and injured five others. In response, Russian strikes hit Ukrainian energy facilities and residential areas with ballistic missiles and jet-powered drones, leaving hundreds of thousands of families without power. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian military reported the first-ever frontline drone evacuation of a wounded soldier.

   Why it matters

   This massive exchange of long-range strikes occurs amid shifting diplomatic postures, following U.S. President Donald Trump's waiver of most Russia sanctions under the Lindsey Graham Act. The drone barrage targeted strategic economic and energy nodes inside Russia despite prior U.S. pressure to spare oil refineries. Both sides continue deep infrastructure targeting, intensifying civilian displacement and humanitarian strain.

   What is confirmed

   • Ukrainian forces launched an aerial assault involving more than 1,000 drones against targets inside Russia.
   • The sweeping operation killed one person, injured five others, and struck oil sites in St. Petersburg.
   • Hundreds of unmanned aircraft targeted Moscow, halting flights at major airports and striking a Sberbank data center.
   • Russian strikes hit Ukrainian energy facilities and a park in Kharkiv Oblast, leaving hundreds of thousands of families without power.
   • The Ukrainian military evacuated a wounded soldier from the front line by drone for the first time.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Ukraine and Russia are nearing an agreement on the evacuation of civilians from occupied Oleshky.

   What to watch next

   • Implementation or further adjustments regarding U.S. sanctions waivers on Russia.
   • Developments in planned civilian evacuations from occupied Oleshky.
   • Further Russian retaliation or Ukrainian long-range drone deployments.
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6. 17d ago

   Ukraine Launches Over 1,000 Drones at Russia as St. Petersburg Oil Sites Burn

   Ukrainian forces launched an aerial assault involving more than 1,000 drones against targets inside Russia, hitting oil sites in St. Petersburg and killing one person while injuring five others. The sweeping operation also targeted Moscow with hundreds of unmanned aircraft, halting flights at major airports and striking a Sberbank data center. The retaliatory wave of strikes occurred despite pushes from U.S. President Donald Trump to spare oil refineries. Meanwhile, Russia continued its own bombardment, striking Ukrainian energy facilities with ballistic missiles and jet-powered drones, leaving hundreds of thousands of families without power.

   Why it matters

   The mass drone offensive marks a sharp escalation in the aerial campaign, directly challenging Russian air defenses around major economic and political hubs. U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the strategy, having previously pushed for an energy ceasefire to protect oil infrastructure. In response to the wave of Russian missile strikes on the power grid, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Kyiv received no early warning intelligence from international partners.

   What is confirmed

   • Ukraine launched an attack using over 1,000 drones that set an oil terminal ablaze in St. Petersburg, Russia, killing one person and injuring five others.
   • U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Kyiv's attacks on Russian oil infrastructure.
   • Russian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine received no early warning of the latest attacks from partner countries.
   • At least 550,000 families were without power early on Monday following Russian strikes on Ukrainian energy facilities.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Prospects of further U.S. sanctions against Moscow remain uncertain following the drone attacks.

   What to watch next

   • Potential announcements of further U.S. sanctions against Moscow
   • Official Russian military assessments detailing the total number of intercepted versus striking drones
   • Further developments regarding the stability of Ukraine's power grid after continuous missile strikes
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7. 23d ago

   Ukraine fires over 1,000 drones at Russia

   Ukrainian forces launched a massive aerial assault on Russia, targeting the Moscow region with hundreds of unmanned aircraft. The attack killed two men and injured several people in the Russian capital. Local officials reported 290 drones targeted Moscow and nearby regions, while the Russian Defense Ministry stated that air defenses intercepted nearly 900 Ukrainian drones over multiple regions.

   Why it matters

   The conflict between Ukraine and Russia has been ongoing, with both sides engaging in retaliatory attacks. The use of drones has become a significant aspect of the war, with Ukraine employing them to target Russian territory. This latest attack highlights the escalating nature of the conflict and the increasing capabilities of Ukrainian forces.

   What is confirmed

   • Ukrainian forces targeted the Moscow region with a massive aerial assault involving hundreds of unmanned aircraft.
   • Local officials reported that 290 drones targeted Moscow and nearby regions.
   • The Russian Defense Ministry stated that air defenses intercepted nearly 900 Ukrainian drones over multiple regions.

   What to watch next

   • Further details on the damage caused by the drone attacks
   • Russia's response to the escalating drone attacks from Ukraine
   • The impact of the conflict on civilians in both Ukraine and Russia
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8. 25d ago

   Ukraine Launches Massive Drone Strike on Moscow as Casualties Mount

   Ukrainian forces targeted the Moscow region with a massive aerial assault involving hundreds of unmanned aircraft, killing two men and injuring several people in the Russian capital. Local officials reported that 290 drones targeted Moscow and nearby regions in the overnight attack. Meanwhile, the Russian Defense Ministry stated that air defenses intercepted nearly 900 Ukrainian drones over multiple regions, the occupied Crimean Peninsula, and the Sea of Azov. The assault caused chaos at Moscow airports and set a major oil facility near the capital ablaze. Concurrently, Russian forces launched a retaliatory missile and drone attack on Kyiv that wounded at least 15 people.

   Why it matters

   The escalation marks a significant intensification of long-range aerial warfare between Ukraine and Russia, with Kyiv demonstrating an expanding capability to strike deep into Russian territory. The bombardment coincides with ongoing land battles and a new Russian strategy aimed at making Ukrainian cities unlivable. Tensions are further complicated by international supply lines, including fuel shipments from South Korea reaching Russia despite Western sanctions.

   What is confirmed

   • Ukraine launched an overnight drone attack on the Moscow region that killed two men and injured several people.
   • Russia stated that 290 drones targeted Moscow and nearby regions in the assault.
   • The Russian Defense Ministry reported that air defenses intercepted nearly 900 Ukrainian drones overnight over multiple regions, Crimea, and the Sea of Azov.
   • A massive Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv wounded at least 15 people.

   Still unconfirmed

   • South Korea has shipped over 176,000 tonnes of fuel to Russia despite Western sanctions.

   What to watch next

   • Potential US-backed peace talks beginning as early as late October
   • Further developments regarding the health quarantine following a plague lab worker's death in Russia
   • Response from international allies regarding fuel shipping channels to Russia
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9. 31d ago

   Ukraine Launches Record Drone Assault on Moscow Amid Voting

   Ukrainian forces targeted Russia with a massive aerial assault involving over 1,000 drones, hitting Moscow with hundreds of unmanned aircraft during the final day of parliamentary voting. Moscow's mayor described the strike as the largest drone attack yet on the capital. The operation included an oil refinery strike in the Moscow area, where local authorities reported seventeen injuries from nearly 200 incoming drones. The campaign follows a coordination call between Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, the United States, and France. Concurrently, Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that all options are open regarding Kaliningrad amid ongoing NATO exercises.

   Why it matters

   The massive drone offensive coincides with parliamentary elections that President Vladimir Putin has framed as a referendum on the war in Ukraine. Meanwhile, Russian counter-strikes in Kyiv have targeted energy infrastructure, data centers, schools, and hospitals. Heightened regional tensions also involve Russian threats concerning the Baltic territory of Kaliningrad as NATO drills continue.

   What is confirmed

   • Ukraine launched an aerial assault of more than 1,000 drones against targets in Russia.
   • Russian President Vladimir Putin cast the parliamentary election as a test of support for the war in Ukraine.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Recent targets in Kyiv have included data centres, energy infrastructure, as well as schools and hospitals.

   What to watch next

   • Assessments of structural and economic damage from the oil refinery strike in Moscow.
   • Official casualty updates from Russian authorities regarding the nearly 200 incoming drones in the Moscow region.
   • Further Russian military responses regarding the Baltic territory of Kaliningrad and NATO drills.
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10. 33d ago

    Ukraine Launches Over 1,000 Drones at Russia in Massive Aerial Assault

    Ukrainian forces launched an aerial assault of more than 1,000 drones against targets in Russia, deploying hundreds specifically against Moscow. The massive strike campaign included an attack on a Moscow oil refinery and followed a coordination call between Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, the United States, and France. This escalation comes as Russian President Vladimir Putin warns that all weapons are on the table regarding the Baltic territory of Kaliningrad amid ongoing NATO drills in the region. Local authorities previously reported seventeen injuries in the Moscow region from close to 200 incoming drones.

    Why it matters

    The extensive drone barrage underscores a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, directly testing Russian air defenses around the capital and energy infrastructure. The strikes coincide with broader diplomatic maneuvers, including support secured at the G7 summit following coordination calls with Western allies. Meanwhile, tensions have escalated further as Russia addresses potential threats to its Baltic territory.

    What is confirmed

    • Ukrainian forces launched over 1,000 drones at Russia, which included hundreds targeting Moscow.
    • Ukrainian drones hit an oil refinery in Moscow.
    • The attack followed a coordination call between Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, the U.S., and France that secured further support from the G7 summit.

    Still unconfirmed

    • CIA Director John Brennan previously pushed the Ukraine government to use force in Donbass in April 2014 as part of a strategy to draw Russia into a quagmire and attack its energy infrastructure.

    What to watch next

    • Further official assessments of structural and infrastructural damage from the more than 1,000 drones launched at Russia.
    • Developments regarding Putin's warnings on Kaliningrad amid ongoing NATO drills.
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11. 35d ago

    Ukraine Launches Largest Drone Attack on Moscow

    Ukrainian forces launched the largest drone attack on Moscow since the start of the full-scale war, sending close to 200 drones to hit targets around the Russian capital. The strikes sent thick smoke billowing into the sky and wounded seventeen people in the Moscow region, according to local governor Andrei Vorobyov. The massive aerial assault follows a previous wave of strikes that targeted Russian infrastructure during parliamentary elections and disrupted local operations.

    Why it matters

    This aerial campaign represents an escalation in the scale of Ukrainian drone operations targeting the Russian capital. The ongoing strikes test Moscow's air defenses and directly impact regional civilian infrastructure and populations far from the frontline.

    What is confirmed

    • Moscow experienced the largest Ukrainian attack since the start of the full-scale war, with close to 200 drones hitting targets around the capital.
    • Seventeen people were wounded in the Moscow region during the attack, according to local governor Andrei Vorobyov.

    What to watch next

    • Official casualty updates from regional authorities
    • Assessments of damage to targeted infrastructure around Moscow
    • Further statements from Russian officials regarding air defense responses
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12. 37d ago

    Ukraine Drone Assault on Russia Kills Two and Halts Refinery

    Ukrainian forces targeted Russia with a massive drone assault that killed at least two people, sparked a fire at an oil refinery, and hit a residential building near Moscow during the final day of parliamentary elections. Russian authorities reported intercepting over 1,600 total drones, with 450 directed at the capital. The attack disrupted refinery and rail operations while forcing evacuations from residential areas. Moscow's mayor accused Ukraine of attempting to disrupt the ongoing parliamentary vote through the coordinated aerial strikes.

    Why it matters

    This massive aerial bombardment marks an escalation in the ongoing conflict, highlighting a shift toward long-range drone warfare. Diplomatic efforts remain completely stalled more than four years after the initial invasion. Meanwhile, battlefield adaptations continue to evolve as Russia tests upgraded armored systems and advanced defense mechanisms.

    What is confirmed

    • Ukraine launched a major overnight drone assault across several Russian regions that killed at least two people, damaged industrial infrastructure, and disrupted refinery and rail operations.
    • Authorities intercepted over 1,600 drones during the attack, with 450 headed for Moscow.
    • A 44-year-old woman and an elderly man were killed in separate strikes, while a drone hit a residential building and forced evacuations.
    • Russia's Perm oil refinery halted operations after a drone attack caused a fire and damaged pipelines, storage, and processing units.
    • Moscow's mayor accused Ukraine of trying to disrupt the final day of Russia's parliamentary elections.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Russia used a fully autonomous attack drone powered by artificial intelligence during a July attack on Zaporizhzhia.

    What to watch next

    • Further official assessments of the damage to the Perm oil refinery and regional rail operations
    • Updates on the deployment status and combat effectiveness of upgraded Russian tank defenses
    • Verification of North Korean labor involvement in Russian drone manufacturing facilities
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13. 39d ago

    Ukraine fires over 1,000 drones at Russia, including hundreds at Moscow

    Ukrainian forces launched over 1,000 drones at Russia, with hundreds targeting Moscow, during the final day of Russia's parliamentary elections. Russia retaliated by striking Zaporizhzhia and other regions with drones. This escalation reflects a broader shift toward long-range aerial warfare. Diplomatic progress remains stalled more than four years after the initial Russian invasion.

    Why it matters

    The conflict between Ukraine and Russia has intensified, with both sides engaging in long-range aerial attacks. The recent drone attacks by Ukraine on Russia, including the capital Moscow, have been described as the largest of their kind. This escalation comes as diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict have stalled.

    What is confirmed

    • Ukrainian forces fired more than 1,000 drones at Russia, including hundreds launched toward Moscow.
    • The Moscow attack was described as the largest of its kind.
    • Russian drones struck Ukraine's southern city of Zaporizhzhia.
    • The conflict has stalled diplomatically more than four years after Russia's initial invasion.

    What to watch next

    • Further retaliatory actions by Russia against Ukraine
    • Potential diplomatic responses from international bodies
    • Escalation of long-range aerial warfare capabilities by either side
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14. 42d ago

    Ukraine launches massive drone assault on Russia

    Ukrainian forces fired over 1,000 drones at Russia, including hundreds aimed at Moscow, during the final day of Russia's parliamentary elections. Russian officials described the Moscow strike as the largest of its kind. Russia retaliated by striking Zaporizhzhia and other regions with drones. This escalation reflects a broader shift in the conflict toward long-range aerial warfare targeting industrial, economic, military, and civilian sites. Diplomatic progress remains stalled more than four years after the initial Russian invasion.

    Why it matters

    The war has evolved from a ground conflict centered on tanks and artillery into a race for drone supremacy. This shift allows both nations to strike deep behind front lines.

    What is confirmed

    • Ukraine fired more than 1,000 drones at Russia, including hundreds at Moscow.
    • Russian drones struck Zaporizhzhia and several other regions.
    • The attack occurred on the final day of Russia's parliamentary elections.

    What to watch next

    • Evidence of casualties or infrastructure damage in Moscow
    • Further retaliatory strikes by Russian forces in southern Ukraine
    Sources used for this update (3)

    1. sana.sy — Russian drones strike Zaporizhzhia after major Ukrainian drone attack on Russia
    2. www.foxnews.com — Trump meets with Iranian officials shortly after threatening annihilation
    3. www.theguardian.com — The long-range drone war: Ukraine and Russia scramble for supremacy in the skies
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15. 45d ago

    Ukraine launches 1,000-drone barrage against Russia

    Ukrainian forces fired more than 1,000 drones at Russia overnight, including hundreds targeted at Moscow. The assault coincided with the final day of Russia's parliamentary elections. Russian officials reported the strike on Moscow as the largest of its kind to date. In response, Russian drones hit Zaporizhzhia. The scale of the attack highlights a lack of diplomatic progress more than four years after the initial Russian invasion.

    Why it matters

    The timing of the strikes aligns with the conclusion of a three-day voting period for Russia's parliament. This escalation shows a shift in the scale of Ukrainian aerial operations targeting the Russian capital.

    What is confirmed

    • Ukraine fired more than 1,000 drones at Russia overnight.
    • Hundreds of drones were launched toward Moscow.
    • The attacks occurred on the final day of Russia's parliamentary elections.
    • Russian drones struck Zaporizhzhia following the Ukrainian barrage.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The attack on Moscow was the largest ever launched by Ukraine.

    What to watch next

    • Official casualty and damage reports from Moscow
    • Further Russian retaliatory strikes in Ukraine
    • Diplomatic responses to the timing of the attacks during the election
    Sources used for this update (9)

    1. The Guardian — Hundreds of drones target Moscow on last day of voting in Russia’s parliamentary election
    2. The New York Times — Hundreds of Drones Target Moscow on Final Day of Russian Elections
    3. AP News — Ukraine fires over 1,000 drones at Russia, including hundreds launched at Moscow
    4. PBS — Ukraine fires over 1,000 drones at Russia, including 'largest ever' attack on Moscow
    5. KOMU 8 — Moscow targeted by Ukraine’s largest ever drone attack on final day of Russia’s election
    6. www.wwaytv3.com — Ukraine fires over 1,000 drones at Russia, including ‘largest ever’ attack on Moscow
    7. www.baltimoresun.com — Russia targets Zaporizhzhia after Ukraine launches 1,000-drone weekend barrage
    8. www.1news.co.nz — Russia strikes back after Ukraine launches 1000-drone barrage
    9. www.swiowanewssource.com — Ukraine fires over 1,000 drones at Russia, amid an ongoing parliamentary election
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