Ukrainian National Guard destroys 10,000 Russian drones in Zaporizhzhia

rbc.ua (Ukrainian) —

Ukraine's 23rd National Guard Brigade "Khortytsia" destroyed 10,000 Russian drones in the Zaporizhzhia region since the start of 2026, averaging about 33 targets per day. The downed targets included 7,955 Molniya drones, 1,428 FPV drones, 289 Shahed/Herbera drones, 187 reconnaissance drones, and 148 Lancet loitering munitions. Interceptor drones from manufacturer "General Chereshnya" accounted for the largest share of kills. Brigade commander Colonel Ivan Bondarenko said interceptor drones are among the most effective countermeasures, allowing troops to destroy enemy drones before they reach the city, protecting lives and infrastructure.


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