Ukraine and Russia exchange drone attacks.
Following a brief ceasefire, Russia launched a large-scale drone attack against Ukraine, using hundreds of drones including Shaheds. Ukrainian forces responded with attacks on Russian territory, including a drone manufacturing facility and a chemical plant. This escalation continues the ongoing conflict between the two countries.
Russia reported downing over 600 Ukrainian drones during the night of March 25th. Ukrainian forces targeted infrastructure in annexed Crimea, including bridges and oil storage facilities. The attacks also extended to Moscow and other Russian cities, with some drones penetrating Russia’s air defenses. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated that these attacks were a ‘justified response’ to Russian aggression. Russia declared a state of emergency in Crimea following the attacks. The conflict continues to escalate with both sides utilizing drones and other weaponry to target each other’s infrastructure and military objectives.
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Highlights
Escalating Drone Warfare
Russia and Ukraine are engaging in escalating drone warfare, with Russia reporting downing 33 drones and Ukraine using Shaheds. This represents a new strategy in the ongoing conflict.
Targeting Russian Infrastructure
Ukrainian forces are targeting Russian infrastructure, including drone manufacturing facilities, oil refineries, and a chemical plant in Novomoskovsk.
Attacks on Crimea
Both sides are conducting attacks on Crimea, with Ukraine targeting infrastructure and Russia declaring a state of emergency.
Penetration of Russian Air Defenses
Ukrainian forces successfully penetrated Russia’s strongest air defenses to launch a large-scale drone attack on Moscow.
Increased Drone Attacks and Casualties
There have been numerous reports of drone attacks across Russia, resulting in casualties and damage to infrastructure, with over 600 drones reportedly used in a single attack.
Perspectives
- Ukrainian drones are attacking Russian infrastructure.
- Russia is intercepting many of the drones.
- The attacks are causing disruption in Crimea.
- The situation is escalating the conflict.
The French sources describe the attacks as retaliation.
France24 English
The Russian sources describe the attacks as an escalation.
tagesschau, NOS Nieuws