Russia Fires 90 Drones at Ukraine Overnight as War Escalates
Ukraine's air force said it downed or jammed most of the incoming drones, but some strikes were reported as the overnight assault continued.
Russian forces launched a wave of around 90 drones at Ukraine overnight, according to Ukraine's air force, in the latest sign of an intensifying aerial war.
Air defences under pressure
Ukrainian officials said the majority of the drones were destroyed or jammed, but acknowledged that some hits were recorded as the attack continued into the morning.
Tit-for-tat strikes
The barrage came amid a period of escalating long-range strikes from both sides, with energy infrastructure and urban centres increasingly in the firing line.
The wider picture
The exchange of strikes highlights how the conflict has evolved into a relentless aerial campaign with no clear end in sight.
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