Ukraine’s defense minister announced the record, highlighting new interceptor systems and a dedicated air force command. Ukrainian drones also struck a Russian oil refinery at Tuapse for the third time this month.
Ukraine has more than doubled its deep-strike range since 2022, now reaching targets up to 1,750 kilometers away. Russian and Ukrainian drone attacks killed at least six civilians and wounded eight in border regions.
Ukraine’s advanced drone technology is attracting global interest, especially from Middle East and Gulf countries. The ongoing drone warfare continues to impact civilian infrastructure and prompt evacuations near targeted sites.
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