Russia launched a significant wave of drone and missile attacks overnight, targeting Kyiv and various Ukrainian regions. This assault resulted in a large-scale fire at an industrial facility in Ternopil, according to Ukrainian officials.
Kabul 24: By 0440 GMT, approximately 136 drones and three missiles were deployed against Ukraine. Ukrainian air defenses successfully intercepted 51 drones, while 20 remained airborne and 60 were unaccounted for12. Alerts were issued across most of Ukraine, with ongoing threats noted by military officials.
Damage and Response
The fire in Ternopil was extinguished after a response involving 46 firefighters and 12 units of equipment. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries27. All drones aimed at Kyiv were destroyed, with no damage or casualties reported in the capital, as confirmed by Serhiy Popko, head of Kyiv’s military administration12.
Ongoing Threats
Despite the successful interception of many drones, the risk of further attacks persists, prompting continued vigilance across the region67.
