According to Russian state media TASS, Russian air defenses downed 822 Ukrainian drones overnight across multiple regions including Moscow, Belgorod, Bryansk, and others. Rudaw24 cannot independently verify these claims.
The reported interceptions occurred over Belgorod, Bryansk, Vladimir, Volgograd, Voronezh, Kaluga, Kursk, Lipetsk, Nizhny Novgorod, Oryol, Rostov, Ryazan, Tambov, Tula, Moscow region, Krasnodar Krai, Crimea, and over Azov and Black Seas.
Russian media also claim the Ukrainian army sends about thousands of drones daily into deep Russian territory, signaling a major escalation in the conflict.
Russia, once considered one of the world's superpowers, now appears unable to defeat Ukraine militarily despite its vast arsenal and nuclear capabilities.
Instead of a quick victory, the war has dragged on, and Ukrainian forces have made significant progress, pushing the fighting closer to Russian leadership and President Vladimir Putin.
The scale of drone attacks deep inside Russia, including near Moscow, underscores Ukraine's growing capability to strike far beyond its borders.
While Russian defenses claim high interception rates, the sheer number of drones suggests Ukraine is applying sustained pressure on Russian infrastructure and morale.
The conflict has exposed weaknesses in Russia's air defense and military strategy, challenging its image as a dominant global power.
As the war continues, the situation on the ground remains fluid, with both sides reporting conflicting claims about territorial control and casualties.
Rudaw24 will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as more information becomes available.
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