Russia intercepts 125 Ukrainian drones in major overnight operation

Russia reported shooting down 125 Ukrainian drones overnight, marking one of the largest drone barrages since the war began in February 2022. The southwestern region of Volgograd experienced the most intense activity, with 67 drones intercepted. Falling debris from the drones caused damage to an apartment block in Voronezh and sparked a wildfire in Rostov. No casualties were reported, but emergency services are working to control the fire affecting 20 hectares of forest. In Ukraine, 16 civilians were injured in Zaporizhzhia due to Russian airstrikes, which damaged residential buildings and infrastructure. Ukrainian officials warned of a potential new Russian offensive in the region, as military activity increases.