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Ukraine Intercepts 176 Drones Amid Major Russian Strikes

1/1/2026

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On December 31, Russian forces launched 205 strike drones against Ukraine.
Ukrainian air defense intercepted 176 of the drones.
The strikes targeted energy facilities in seven Oblasts, including Volyn, causing over 103,000 power outages.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attacks.
He called for timely air defense support.

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On December 31, Russian forces launched 205 strike drones against Ukraine.
Ukrainian air defense intercepted 176 of the drones.
The strikes targeted energy facilities in seven Oblasts, including Volyn, causing over 103,000 power outages.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attacks.
He called for timely air defense support.