Russian drones attacked Ukraine with dozens of unmanned aerial vehicles: Ukrainian forces shot down over 75 of them, with some hits confirmed
On the night of June 3, the Ukrainian Armed Forces recorded a large-scale attack by Russian occupation forces, who deployed 112 strike drones of various types, including kamikaze Shahed drones and decoy drones. According to available information, the source — the Ukrainian Air Force command — published updated data on their official Facebook account, emphasizing that these drones made up the main part of the night assault. According to military officials, Ukrainian forces managed to activate their air defenses and neutralize 75 of the 112 attacking drones. The enemy mainly attempted to penetrate key strategic targets, with confirmed incidents of hit drones at 11 different locations across the country. Specifically, there is damage and destruction at the strike sites, which confirms the seriousness of Russia's attempt to sow chaos and destroy civilian infrastructure. Overall, Ukrainian air defense was executed professionally: 60 drones were shot down using anti-aircraft missile systems, artillery, and portable missile defense systems, while another 15 drones were suppressed by the electronic warfare (EW) mode, preventing further illegal activity. However, not all targets were neutralized: some drones managed to reach their targets, causing physical damage. According to the command, combat units utilized a combination of air defense means — aviation, anti-aircraft missile troops, electronic warfare systems, and mobile firing groups of Ukrainian defense forces. This once again demonstrates high mobility and coordination among defenders in the fight against Russian terror. Overall, the night missile and drone attack from Russia indicates increasing aggressive actions and attempts to create psychological pressure on the Ukrainian population and military structures. Ukraine continues to strengthen its armed forces and air defense systems to counter unpredictable threats and safeguard its internationally recognized territories. This is yet another reminder that the situation remains tense, and Ukrainian defenders are on the front line, fighting for the security of every citizen.