On October 17, 2026, from 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM, the Russian Federation launched a massive attack on Ukraine, utilizing 157 strike drones, including 25 reactive ones. Additionally, six S-8000 "Bandarole/Dan-T" systems were deployed. According to the Ukrainian Air Force, the air defense managed to shoot down or neutralize 140 drones, of which 22 were reactive, as well as all six "Bandarole" systems.
Details of the Attack
The attack began in the morning and continued into the evening. As of 10:00 PM, approximately 30 strike drones remained in the airspace. Here are the key facts about the attack:
- Total number of attacking drones: 157
- Number of reactive drones: 25
- Number of S-8000 "Bandarole/Dan-T" systems: 6
- Drones neutralized: 140, including 22 reactive ones
- Neutralized "Bandarole" systems: 6
Response from Authorities and Air Defense
The Ukrainian authorities urged the population not to ignore air raid alerts, as the situation remained tense. The air defense demonstrated high effectiveness, managing to neutralize most of the attacking drones. This indicates the readiness of Ukrainian forces to repel aggression and protect the airspace.