On the night of October 22, 2026, Russian forces launched a massive combined attack on Ukraine, using 210 drones and various types of missiles. The main target of the strike was Kyiv, where air defense managed to shoot down 181 enemy drone.
Details of the Attack
The attack began in the evening of October 21 and continued into the morning of October 22. The Russians used missiles such as Iskander-M, S-400, Zircon, and Onyx, as well as 210 strike drones, including 110 reactive drones of the Shahed type.
Results of Air Defense Operations
As of 09:00 on October 22, the Ukrainian air defense reported the following results:
- 181 enemy drones were destroyed, including 87 reactive ones.
- Hits recorded at 32 locations across Ukraine.
- Debris from downed drones fell at 8 locations.
- 10 enemy drones remained in the airspace.
Conclusions and Reactions
This attack was one of the largest in recent times, indicating the ongoing aggressive policy of Russia towards Ukraine. The Ukrainian government continues to work on strengthening air defense systems to protect civilians and critical infrastructure.