Russian air defense units successfully repelled a large-scale Ukrainian drone attack overnight. According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, a total of 55 fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicles launched from Ukrainian territory were destroyed or intercepted within several hours.

The most intense activity was recorded over Rostov Region, where air defense crews shot down 34 drones. Another six were neutralized in Voronezh Region, three over Krasnodar Territory, and three more above Lipetsk Region.

In addition, two drones were destroyed over Crimea, while seven were taken down above the Black Sea. The ministry noted that all threats were eliminated without allowing the drones to reach their intended targets.