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Russia says it destroys 90 Ukrainian drones overnight

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Posted on February 17, 2025

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· Last updated: January 26, 2026

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(Reuters) - Russia's air defence units intercepted and destroyed 90 Ukrainian drones overnight, the Russian defence ministry said on Monday. Thirty-eight of the drones were downed over the Sea of Azov

Russia Reports Destruction of 90 Ukrainian Drones Overnight

(Reuters) - Russia's air defence units intercepted and destroyed 90 Ukrainian drones overnight, the Russian defence ministry said on Monday.

Thirty-eight of the drones were downed over the Sea of Azov, 24 over the southern Russia region of Krasnodar, and the rest over several other regions in the south and west of the country, as well as over the Crimean Peninsula, the ministry said in a post on the Telegram messaging app.

The ministry said that its defence units also destroyed a guided missile over the Sea of Azov.

(Reporting by Lidia Kelly in Melbourne; Editing by Kim Coghill)

Key Takeaways

  • Russia claims to have destroyed 90 Ukrainian drones overnight.
  • Thirty-eight drones were intercepted over the Sea of Azov.
  • Twenty-four drones were downed in the Krasnodar region.
  • Additional drones were destroyed over southern and western Russia.
  • A guided missile was also destroyed over the Sea of Azov.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The article discusses Russia's claim of destroying 90 Ukrainian drones overnight, with details on where the drones were intercepted.
Where were the drones intercepted?
Drones were intercepted over the Sea of Azov, Krasnodar region, and several other regions in southern and western Russia.
Did Russia destroy anything else?
Yes, Russia's defense units also destroyed a guided missile over the Sea of Azov.

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