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Russian air defences down hundreds of Ukrainian drones in 24 hours

18 July 2026 14:11

Russia's Ministry of Defence said its air defence systems intercepted and destroyed 13 guided aerial bombs and 774 aircraft-type drones operated by Ukrainian forces over the past 24 hours.

Russian air defences down hundreds of Ukrainian drones in 24 hours

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