Russia, Ukraine exchange announcements of downing drones

Russia and Ukraine Exchange Reports of Downed Drones

Russia and Ukraine have exchanged announcements of downing drones, continuing the conflict that started in February 2022.

The Russian Ministry of Defense reported that its air defense systems destroyed 32 Ukrainian drones overnight.

Ukrainian authorities announced that air defense forces downed 103 drones in the north, east, and south of the country, according to preliminary data.

Since the beginning of the war, both sides have reported almost daily repelling attacks from each other without independent verification.

No independent source has verified these reports due to the ongoing war.

Author's summary: Ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues with drone downings.

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Gulf Times Gulf Times — 2025-10-12