Ukraine lacks weapons for its F-16s against Russian Su-34 bombers, air expert says
Ukrainian aviation expert Kryvolap says the lack of advanced airborne radar and suitable missiles limits the fighters to targeting drones and missiles.
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Russia’s 74 drones fail to reach targets in Ukraine; other attacks kill 13, injure dozens of others
Drone debris wounded a woman. Russia’s Zaporizhzhia bombing left 10 dead, including children, and 27 injured, with 3 killed and 20 injured in separate attacks elsewhere.
Russia launches 53 explosive drones at Ukraine, only three penetrate air defenses
The Russian drone assault injured two of nine civilians hurt in various attacks, while Ukraine downed 32 drones, with most others crashing.
ISW: Ukrainian EW tech increasingly grounds Shahed drones, complicating Russian airstrikes
Russia's drone assaults, now featuring numerous Shahed and decoy drones, are facing growing disruption due to alleged Ukraine's enhanced EW capabilities.
Russian drones damage energy infrastructure in Ternopil, Rivne Oblasts
Ukraine intercepted 22 of 28 explosive drones, with three crashing or leaving Ukrainian airspace, suggesting at least three may have hit facilities.
Ukraine shows off new drone tech to Scholz and Zelenskyy, including AI systems
The two leaders were shown new UAVs, FPV drones, and ground robots, including AI-guided systems developed in Ukraine and in collaboration with Germany.
Ukraine endures over 500 guided bombs and 660 drones over past week, Zelenskyy says (video)
He emphasized the unprecedented nature of these continuous attacks, adding that, during the week, Russia also launched 120 missiles.
Ukraine repels Russian drone assault: none of 78 drones reaches targets
Ukraine reportedly downed 32 drones, with 45 more crashing. Kyiv saw damage but no injuries. One remaining Shahed was downed in Lutsk.
Odesa suffers seven civilian injuries, Kyiv at least one in overnight Russian drone strike
Ukraine says 130 of 132 drones didn't reach targets. Other Russian attacks killed at least one and injured four more civilians.
Shahed drones scatter delayed-action grenades across Ukraine
Explosives deployed by Russian drones can detonate unexpectedly, experts caution, urging Ukrainian citizens to remain vigilant and report suspicious items.
Zelenskyy: Air defense systems must save lives, not be held in storage
Describing the attacks as an escalation of Russian terrorism, Zelenskyy insists on urgent air defense delivery to protect Ukraine’s infrastructure.
Ukraine downs 79/91 missiles as Russia targets power grid
At least 12 missiles might have reached their intended targets.
Widespread power outages follow Russian drone and missile assault on Ukraine
The attack injured at least one civilian, caused power outages in Kyiv, Volyn, RIvne and other oblasts, damaging energy facilities, with restoration ongoing.
Russia launches record 188 long-range drones against Ukraine, targeting power grid
Energy infrastructure has reportedly been damaged in Ternopil, although no one was hurt in targeted Ternopil and Kyiv.
Kyiv and Moscow trade overnight drone strikes as Ukraine downs most Russian UAVs
Ukraine says it destroyed 50/73 Russian Shaheds, with 19 more crashing. Russia claims it downed 39 Ukrainian long-range drones.
Russian drone strikes kill two, injure twelve in Sumy residential area
Local authorities reported damage to apartment buildings, one-family homes, and vehicles.
Russian drones hit Hlukhiv dormitory in Sumy Oblast, killing at least nine, including 8-year-old (updated)
Ukraine's Air Force says its air defenses have downed 51/87 Russian long-range UAVs last night.
Russia launches only 11 explosive drones after yesterday’s massive attack
Meanwhile, the death toll from yesterday's Russian missile strike on Sumy has risen to 11, with injuries increasing to 89, including 11 children.
Der Spiegel: German coalition collapse сould delay Ukraine drone deliveries
The collapse of Germany’s ruling coalition has raised concerns over potential delays in arms supplies to Ukraine, including critical drone deliveries, as budget negotiations and political uncertainty loom.
Massive Russian attack on Ukraine’s power grid with 90 drones and 120 missiles causes power outages and casualties (updated)
Ukrainian air defenses reportedly intercepted 140 aerial targets during a five-hour attack targeting thermal power plants as winter temperatures set in.