On the night of May 3-4, Ukrainian Navy personnel demonstrated high professionalism and effectiveness in countering Russian aggression by destroying 12 enemy Shahed-136 UAVs immediately
Information about this success appeared on the official social media pages of the Ukrainian Navy, where it was confirmed that Ukrainian forces successfully repelled the nighttime air attack by the occupiers. The report states that during this targeted night, Ukrainian military units used modern air defense systems, which allowed them to eliminate the entire planned barrage of Russian drones. "Tonight, during a nighttime air attack by Russian invaders, the forces and means of the Ukrainian Naval Forces shot down 12 enemy kamikaze drones 'SHAHED-136'," the official statement reads. This is a significant achievement for Ukrainian defenders, who have repeatedly demonstrated their ability to resist and break the enemy’s plans. Overall, the situation during the night was tense: according to the Ukrainian Armed Forces, kamikaze drones increased activity, targeting critical infrastructure and military objects across the country. However, thanks to coordinated air defense efforts, most of this swarm was intercepted. It is especially noteworthy that nighttime incidents are not unique—several such successful kills of Russian drones have occurred in the past, indicating an increase in the professionalism and armament of Ukrainian forces. This also reflects an important aspect of modern warfare—being able to quickly respond to and destroy enemy drones, which serve reconnaissance and attack roles on critical targets. Experts and military analysts view last night’s events as further proof of the high combat readiness of Ukrainian forces, as well as a demonstration that, even under the most challenging conditions, Ukrainian troops are capable of successfully countering modern means of aggression. Ukraine continues to be at the forefront of informational and military resistance, defending its independence and territorial integrity. It is worth recalling that just a few weeks earlier, on the night of June 4, Odessa also experienced a tense situation due to increased activity of Russian drones. During that time, explosions echoed in the air, air defense systems operated, and although many targets were destroyed, the tension remained high. Responsible agencies continue to monitor the situation to protect the population and critical infrastructure from further enemy strikes. Thus, the nighttime operation by Ukrainian forces stands as a vivid proof that the Ukrainian Armed Forces possess sufficient combat capability and modern equipment to counter threats—and this inspires continued resistance and confidence in the resilience of the Ukrainian people.