During the night of October 26, 2026, starting from 18:00 on October 25, Russia launched a massive air assault on Ukraine, employing various means of aerial attack, including drones and guided missiles.
Details of the Attack
According to reports, the enemy used:
- 1 anti-radiation missile X-31P;
- 3 guided aviation missiles X-59/69;
- 140 strike drones of the Shahed type, with 70 being reactive.
The attack originated from the directions of Orel, Kursk, Shatalovo, Millerovo, as well as from the temporarily occupied Crimea.
Response of Ukrainian Air Defense
The Ukrainian air defense forces actively repelled the attack, with preliminary data as of 08:00 indicating that:
- 3 guided aviation missiles X-59/69 were shot down;
- 112 enemy drones of the Shahed type and other types were destroyed.
A total of enemy strikes were recorded at 15 locations, with debris from downed objects falling at 4 locations. The attack is ongoing, and enemy drones remain in the airspace.
Call to Action
The authorities urge citizens to adhere to safety rules during aerial attacks. The Ukrainian defense forces continue to protect the country's skies, calling for unity in the fight for victory.