Russian Forces Take Down 45 Ukrainian Drones Across Multiple Regions

Russian Forces successfully intercepted 45 Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles, preventing potential damage across various regions, including Saratov and Samara Oblast, highlighting ongoing tensions.

• The Ministry of Defence (Russia) reported that 12 unmanned aerial vehicles were shot down over Samara Oblast, showcasing heightened aerial defense measures.
• In addition to the 12 in Samara Oblast, 11 drones were intercepted over Saratov, while five each were neutralized over Rostov and Voronezh regions.
• The interception included three unmanned aerial vehicles over the Republic of Crimea and two each over Bryansk and Lipetsk, indicating a widespread operation.