Ukraine's air defense intercepts 293 targets in Russian attack

pravda.com.ua (Ukrainian) —

Ukraine's air defense intercepted 293 targets during a Russian attack on the night of October 17, including 4 Kalibr cruise missiles and 289 Shahed drones. The assault is ongoing. Russia launched Iskander-M/KN-23 ballistic missiles, Kh-22/32 cruise missiles, 4 Kalibr sea-based cruise missiles, and 332 Shahed-type strike drones, including 31 jet-powered variants, S-8000 "Banderol", "Gerbera", and decoy drones. Air defense units, electronic warfare, and mobile fire groups repelled the attack. Strikes were recorded at 22 locations, with debris falling at 3 sites. Several enemy drones remain in the airspace.


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