Ukraine says downed 38 of 42 Russian drones overnight

Ukraine says downed 38 of 42 Russian drones overnight
by AFP Staff Writers
Kyiv, Ukraine (AFP) March 6, 2024

Ukraine said Wednesday its air defence systems had intercepted dozens of Iran-designed attack drones launched by Russian forces in an overnight barrage that included five missiles.

"As a result of combat operations, 38 Shaheds were shot down," the air force said in a statement referring to the unmanned aerial vehicles, adding that the drones were launched from Russian border regions and the annexed Crimean peninsula.

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