Ukrainian forces neutralize 174 Russian drones in overnight attack
Ukrainian air defense systems successfully intercepted 174 drones launched by Russian forces during an overnight aerial assault. The massive drone campaign targeted various regions across Ukraine, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing aerial war. Emergency services were deployed to residential areas to extinguish fires caused by falling debris and direct impacts, while military officials continue to assess the full extent of the damage across the country.
Date: August 9, 2026
Location: Nationwide, Ukraine
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: airstrike
Severity: HIGH
Source: Ukrinform