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Russia says it downed 345 Ukrainian drones in 24 hours, took two villages

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Posted on February 16, 2026

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MOSCOW, Feb 16 (Reuters) - Russia's defence ministry said on Monday that it had downed 345 Ukrainian drones in the past 24 hours and taken control of two settlements, state media reported. The state

Russia says it downed 345 Ukrainian drones in 24 hours, took two villages

Military Developments in Eastern Ukraine

MOSCOW, Feb 16 (Reuters) - Russia's defence ministry said on Monday that it had downed 345 Ukrainian drones in the past 24 hours and taken control of two settlements, state media reported.

Control of New Settlements

The state RIA news agency said Russian forces had taken control of the settlements of Pokrovka and Minkivka in eastern Ukraine.

Verification of Reports

Reuters could not independently verify the battlefield reports.

(Reporting by Reuters; Writing by Anastasia TeterevlevaEditing by Andrew Osborn)

Key Takeaways

  • Russia claims to have downed 345 Ukrainian drones.
  • Two villages in eastern Ukraine reportedly captured by Russia.
  • The settlements of Pokrovka and Minkivka are under Russian control.
  • Reuters could not independently verify these reports.
  • The report was released by Russia's defense ministry.

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