Ukrainian forces intercepted 111 out of 147 Russian drones launched in an overnight attack across the country.
Key facts
- •Russian forces deployed a total of 147 drones, including jet-powered Shahed models and Parodiya decoys.
- •Ukrainian defense forces destroyed or jammed 111 of the incoming drones.
- •The attack spanned the northern, southern, and eastern regions of Ukraine.
- •Drone impacts were confirmed at 19 distinct locations.
- •Debris from intercepted drones fell at three additional sites.
Russian forces launched an overnight attack on Ukraine using 147 drones, including Shahed, Gerbera, and Parodiya models, beginning on the evening of August 17. Ukrainian air defense forces, supported by electronic warfare and mobile fire groups, successfully destroyed or jammed 111 of the aerial assets.
By the numbers
Scope of the Attack
The drone assault targeted regions across the north, south, and east of Ukraine. According to official reports as of 08:00, the defense response involved aircraft, anti-aircraft missile units, and unmanned systems units.
Impact and Damage
While the majority of the drones were neutralized, authorities recorded hits at 19 locations. Additionally, the fall of debris from downed aerial assets was reported at three separate locations.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Ukrainska Pravda (English).
