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Ukrainian Drone Strikes Cut Power to Nearly 1M People in Occupied Regions

Kremlin-installed officials in the southern Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions said critical infrastructure had been connected to backup generators.

Russian Drone Attacks on Ukraine Kill 1, Injure Several Others

The attacks came hours after Russian and Ukrainian delegations met in Turkey for peace talks.

Overnight Ukrainian Drone Attacks on Russia Spark Fires, Disrupt Highway Traffic

Russia's Defense Ministry said it destroyed a total of 162 Ukrainian drones between Sunday evening and Monday morning.

Operation Spider's Web: What We Know About Ukraine’s Drone Attack on Bombers Deep Inside Russia

The operation required months of preparation and the smuggling of drones into Russian territory.

Russian Air Attacks Kill Two in Ukraine

A nine year old girl was killed and a 16-year-old boy was wounded in a strike on a residential area in the Zaporizhzhia region.

Ukrainian Drone Strike Kills Driver in Belgorod Region

A drone struck the man’s car when he was driving in an area of the Belgorod region where a “no-go zone” has been in place for nearly three years...

Ukrainian Drones Slam Into Moscow Apartment Buildings

One of the drones appeared to have crashed into a residential building not far from Russia’s Military Academy of the General Staff.

Russia’s ‘Silicon Valley’ Targeted in Major Ukrainian Drone Assault

Ukrainian officials claimed that the Dubna Machine-Building Plant and the ELMA Technopark in Zelenograd were targeted in air attacks.

War of Drones: Russia and Ukraine Intensify UAV Attacks as Technologies Advance

Beyond attempting to overwhelm Ukrainian air defenses with huge numbers of drones, Russia’s drone tactics also appear to be evolving.

New Russian School Textbook Teaches Students How to Operate Drones

The new textbook is part of Russia’s national initiative to train 1 million drone operators at more than 500 schools and 30 universities by 2030.

Turkish Airlines Cancels Flights to Russia Amid Ukrainian Drone Strikes

Russian aviation authorities on Monday temporarily restricted flights in and out of several cities, including Moscow, citing safety risks from ongoing...

Ukrainian Drones Target Industrial Sites Across Russia

Air defense systems were reportedly activated near the Yelabuga drone factory in Tatarstan, a major supplier for the Russian military.

Zelensky Calls for ‘Truly Strong Pressure’ on Russia to Halt Strikes

The latest fire comes as the two sides pursue their biggest prisoner swap since Moscow launched its invasion.

Russian Army Downs Over 100 Ukrainian Drones in Third Night of Air Attacks

In the Lipetsk region south of Moscow, eight people were injured by falling debris after drones were downed over an industrial zone, authorities said.

1 Killed and Flights Disrupted in Another Major Wave of Ukrainian Drone Attacks Across Russia

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said air defenses repelled more than 40 drones targeting the Russian capital overnight and Thursday morning.

Moscow Airports Temporarily Halt Flights Amid Drone Attacks

The flight restrictions were introduced as Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said air defenses downed three drones on approach to the city.

Ukrainian Drones Target Russian Semiconductor Plant and Disrupt Internet Near Moscow

The Bolkhovsky Semiconductor Devices Plant, which produces components for Russia’s electronic warfare systems, was damaged in an attack.

Ukrainian Drone Strike Kills Woman in Belgorod Region

Another woman wounded in the air attack was hospitalized in critical condition, regional authorities said early Monday.

Russia Launches War’s Largest Drone Attack Just Days After Peace Talks, Ukraine Says

One person was killed and parts of Ukraine were under an air raid alert for nine hours, with authorities saying Russia launched 273 drones.

Russian Drone Attack in Sumy Kills 9, Ukraine says, Just Hours After Peace Talks

Ukrainian police posted photos of a dark blue minibus nearly completely destroyed, with the roof torn off and the windows blown out.

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