Zelensky reports high interception rate of Russian drones
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukrainian air defenses successfully intercepted 93% of all Russian drones launched during attacks on Tuesday, September 16. The statement follows ongoing aerial bombardment campaigns across the country, highlighting the continued intensity of the drone warfare component of the conflict.
Date: September 16, 2026
Location: Eastern Europe, Ukraine
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: airstrike
Severity: MEDIUM
Source: The Independent