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Russia launches 147 drones during overnight attack, Ukrainian military says

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Posted on February 17, 2025

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KYIV (Reuters) - Russian drone attacks on Ukraine damaged storage facilities and private residences after Russia launched 147 drones to attack the country overnight, Ukrainian military and officials

Russia's Overnight Drone Attack on Ukraine: 147 Drones Launched

KYIV (Reuters) - Russian drone attacks on Ukraine damaged storage facilities and private residences after Russia launched 147 drones to attack the country overnight, Ukrainian military and officials said on Monday.

Out of 147, Ukraine's air force shot down 83 drones and 59 more did not reach their targets likely due to electronic countermeasures.

It did not specify what happened to the remaining five drones.

The drone attack on Kyiv region caused fire at an industrial facility, which has since been put out, and damaged four private residences, according to regional governor Mykola Kalashnyk. One man was injured in the attack, he said.

In Kharkiv region, the drones damaged three storage facilities of an enterprise, an administrative building and windows in 14 residential homes, governor Oleh Syniehubov said on Telegram.

Three women experienced acute stress reactions during the attack, he added.

(Reporting by Anastasiia Malenko; Editing by Toby Chopra)

Key Takeaways

  • Russia launched 147 drones in an overnight attack on Ukraine.
  • Ukraine's air force shot down 83 drones.
  • The attack caused damage to facilities and residences in Kyiv and Kharkiv.
  • One man was injured and three women experienced stress reactions.
  • The attack highlights ongoing tensions and drone warfare tactics.

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