Ukrainian air defenses downed 3 missiles and 112 drones in overnight Russian attack

On the night of October 26, Russian forces attacked Ukraine with four missiles and 140 drones, with Ukrainian air defenses shooting down three guided missiles and neutralizing 112 drones. The attack involved a Kh-31P anti-radiation missile, three Kh-59/69 guided missiles, and various drone types. Among the drones were Shaheds, including 70 jet-powered ones, Gerbera drones, and Parody decoys. Missiles were launched from occupied Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions, while drones came from Oryol, Kursk, Shatalovo, and Millerovo in Russia, plus Hvardiiske in occupied Crimea. Despite the defense efforts, Russian munitions hit 15 locations, with debris falling in four other places. The attack was still ongoing as of 08:00, with several drones remaining in the airspace, prompting the Air Force to urge Ukrainians to follow safety rules.