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Russia launches record 728 drones overnight, Ukraine's air force says

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Posted on July 9, 2025

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(Reuters) -Russia launched a record 728 drones against Ukraine and 13 missiles, Ukraine's air force said on Wednesday. Ukrainian air defence systems destroyed 718 of the drones and seven missiles, the

Russia launches record 728 drones overnight, Ukraine's air force

(Reuters) -Russia launched a record 728 drones against Ukraine and 13 missiles, Ukraine's air force said on Wednesday.

Ukrainian air defence systems destroyed 718 of the drones and seven missiles, the air force said on the Telegram messaging app.

(Reporting by Lidia Kelly in Warsaw and Alexandar Vasovic in Belgrade; Editing by Kim Coghill)

Key Takeaways

  • Russia launched 728 drones against Ukraine overnight.
  • Ukraine's air force intercepted 718 drones.
  • 13 missiles were also launched by Russia.
  • Ukraine's air defense destroyed seven missiles.
  • The attack was reported via the Telegram app.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many drones did Russia launch against Ukraine?
Russia launched a record 728 drones against Ukraine.
What was the response of Ukraine's air force?
Ukrainian air defense systems destroyed 718 of the drones and seven missiles.
When did the drone attack occur?
The drone attack occurred overnight, as reported on Wednesday.

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