Russia downs 416 Ukrainian drones overnight; Latvia warns of hybrid attacks

Russia's air defense forces intercepted and destroyed 416 Ukrainian drones overnight across Russian territory, annexed Crimea, and Black Sea waters, according to the Russian Defense Ministry. The drone interceptions occurred amid escalating hybrid attacks, with Latvia's Foreign Minister Baiba Braže stating Russia aims to undermine European security and divide societies. Moscow also suspended operations at two airports for a second night following Ukrainian warnings about civilian airspace risks. In related developments, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced the closure of all Goethe-Institut cultural centers in Russia, retaliating against Germany's suspension of Russia's cultural house in Berlin.