Russia strikes Ukraine with 153 drones overnight: Air defense's work reported
Photo: Air defense forces shot down 130 Russian drones (Getty Images)
Russian forces attacked Ukraine with drones overnight. Air defense forces shot down 130 Russian drones, according to the Ukrainian Air Force.
"On the night of March 26, Russia attacked Ukraine with 153 strike drones of the Shahed, Gerbera, Italmas, and other types from seven directions, about 100 of which were Shaheds," the Ukrainian Air Force notes.
Russian air attack was repelled by aviation, anti-aircraft missile forces, electronic warfare, and unmanned systems units, as well as mobile fire groups of the Ukrainian Defense Forces.
According to preliminary data, as of 8 a.m. Kyiv time, air defense forces shot down or neutralized 130 Russian Shahed, Gerbera, Italmas, and other types in the north, south, and east of Ukraine.
Additionally, 16 strike drones were recorded hitting 11 locations, and downed Russian targets were found at five locations.
"Russian attack is ongoing; several Russian drones are in Ukrainian airspace. Follow safety guidelines," the Ukrainian Air Force adds.
Russian strikes on Ukraine on March 26
On the night of March 26, Russians once again attacked the Odesa region with drones. As a result of Russia’s nighttime attack, port, energy, and industrial infrastructure sustained damage. Unfortunately, one person was injured.
Additionally, power outages have been reported in some settlements due to the Russian attack. Critical infrastructure has been switched to backup power. Restoration work is ongoing.
The Russians attacked Kharkiv in the morning. A drone is known to have struck near a restaurant, and there is one injured person.
