Russia claims to intercept over 100 Ukrainian drones as airstrikes injure civilians in Zaporizhzhia

timesofindia.indiatimes.com September 29, 2024, 11:01 AM UTC

Russia reported intercepting over 100 Ukrainian drones on Sunday, marking a significant escalation in drone attacks since the invasion began in February 2022. The Volgograd region was particularly affected, with extensive damage to buildings and wildfires reported. In addition to the drone attacks, Russian airstrikes on Zaporizhzhia injured 13 civilians. The strikes damaged residential buildings and infrastructure, prompting emergency services to respond to the destruction. Ukraine's military noted that 22 Russian drones were launched over its territory, with 15 shot down. This exchange of aerial attacks highlights the ongoing conflict and rising tensions between the two nations.


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