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Ukrainian Drones Down 350th Russian Helicopter in Donetsk

3/20/2026

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On March 20, 2026, Ukrainian drone operators destroyed a Russian Ka-52 helicopter in Donetsk Oblast.
The strike raises the total number of Russian helicopters Ukraine has downed to 350 since the invasion began.
The operation was conducted by the Predators of the Heights battalion of the 59th Separate Assault Brigade.
The helicopter reportedly made an emergency landing, and its crew was later killed.
The reliability of these claims remains unverified.

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On March 20, 2026, Ukrainian drone operators destroyed a Russian Ka-52 helicopter in Donetsk Oblast.
The strike raises the total number of Russian helicopters Ukraine has downed to 350 since the invasion began.
The operation was conducted by the Predators of the Heights battalion of the 59th Separate Assault Brigade.
The helicopter reportedly made an emergency landing, and its crew was later killed.
The reliability of these claims remains unverified.