On the night of October 26, 2026, Russian forces conducted a large-scale airstrike on Ukraine, employing various aerial assault means, including missiles and drones. The attack began around 6:00 PM on October 25 and continued into the morning of October 26.
Details of the Airstrike
According to reports, the adversary used:
- 1 anti-radiation missile X-31P;
- 3 guided aviation missiles X-59/69;
- 140 strike drones, of which 70 were reactive.
The attack was launched from directions including Orel, Kursk, Shatalovo, and Millerovo in Russia, as well as from the temporarily occupied Crimea.
Response of Ukrainian Air Defense
In response to the attack, the Ukrainian air defense forces recorded significant successes:
- 3 guided aviation missiles X-59/69 were destroyed;
- 112 drones were destroyed, 56 of which were reactive.
Overall, as of 8:00 AM on October 26, Ukrainian air defense had neutralized 115 enemy targets, including missiles and drones.
Impact and Consequences of the Attack
The attack resulted in strikes on 15 locations across Ukraine, as well as debris falling in 4 locations. These events indicate the continuation of Russia's aggressive policy towards Ukraine, despite the efforts of Ukrainian defense forces.