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Ukraine says Russia launched three missiles, 133 drones in overnight attack

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Posted on March 12, 2025

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KYIV (Reuters) - The Ukrainian military said on Wednesday that Russia launched three missiles and 133 drones in an overnight attack. It said the air force shot down 98 drones. Another 20 drones did

Ukraine Reports Overnight Attack: Russia Fires 3 Missiles and 133 Drones

KYIV (Reuters) - The Ukrainian military said on Wednesday that Russia launched three missiles and 133 drones in an overnight attack.

It said the air force shot down 98 drones. Another 20 drones did not reach their targets, likely due to electronic warfare countermeasures, it added.

It did not say what happened to the remaining 15 drones.

(Reporting by Anastasiia Malenko; Editing by Andrew Heavens)

Key Takeaways

  • Russia launched 3 missiles and 133 drones at Ukraine overnight.
  • The Ukrainian air force shot down 98 drones.
  • 20 drones were thwarted by electronic warfare measures.
  • The fate of 15 drones remains unknown.
  • The attack highlights ongoing tensions in the region.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many drones did Russia launch in the attack?
Russia launched a total of 133 drones in the overnight attack.
What was the Ukrainian air force's response to the drones?
The Ukrainian air force shot down 98 drones, while another 20 drones did not reach their targets.
What happened to the remaining drones after the attack?
The article did not specify what happened to the remaining 15 drones.

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