Ukrainian air defenses neutralize 87 Russian drones
Ukrainian air defense forces successfully intercepted and neutralized 87 drones launched by Russian forces in a massive overnight aerial assault that began on the evening of September 30 and continued into October 1. The operation highlights the ongoing intensity of the air war as Russia continues to utilize large-scale drone swarms to target Ukrainian infrastructure and military positions.
Date: October 1, 2026
Location: Nationwide, Ukraine
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: airstrike
Severity: HIGH
Source: Ukrinform