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Russia says it downed 220 Ukrainian drones over nine hours

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Posted on February 26, 2026

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· Last updated: April 2, 2026

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Feb 26 (Reuters) - Russia's Defence Ministry said on Thursday its air defence units had downed 220 Ukrainian drones over a nine-hour period, including 24 headed for Moscow. The latest ministry

Russia claims downing 220 Ukrainian drones in nine hours, 24 bound for Moscow

Drone Interceptions and Timeline

Feb 26 (Reuters) - Russia's Defence Ministry said on Thursday its air defence units had downed 220 Ukrainian drones over a nine-hour period, including 24 headed for Moscow.

Nine-Hour Operation Summary

The latest ministry statement said 53 drones were intercepted and destroyed in a three-hour period ending 11 p.m. (2000 GMT).

Central Russia Interceptions

Many of the drones were intercepted over regions in central Russia. The ministry said 12 had targeted the Russian capital.

Reported Counts and Times

Moscow-Bound Drones and Mayor’s Update

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin, writing on Telegram, said 27 drones had been downed while heading for the city, starting at about 5 p.m.

(Reporting by Reuters; Editing by Alistair Bell)

Key Takeaways

  • Russia’s Defence Ministry claims 220 Ukrainian drones were downed in a nine-hour span.
  • Officials reported 53 drones intercepted in the three hours ending 11 p.m. (2000 GMT).
  • Tallies for targets near Moscow varied: ministry figures ranged 12–24; the mayor cited 27.
  • Many interceptions occurred over central Russian regions, according to officials.
  • Initial reports did not mention casualties; details continue to evolve.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
Russia’s Defence Ministry says its air defenses downed 220 Ukrainian drones over nine hours, with additional figures provided for a shorter three-hour window.
How many drones targeted Moscow?
Official tallies varied: the ministry cited 12–24 drones targeting the capital at different times, while Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin reported 27 drones heading toward the city.
When did the interceptions occur and where?
Officials referenced a nine-hour period with a notable three-hour span ending 11 p.m. (2000 GMT). Many drones were intercepted over central Russian regions and on approaches to Moscow.

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