Russia Claims Downing 17 Ukrainian Drones in 5 Hours
Russian air defense systems reportedly intercepted and destroyed 17 Ukrainian drones within a five-hour period, according to Russia’s Ministry of Defense.
According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, Russia’s Ministry of Defense announced its air defense systems had downed 17 Ukrainian drones over a five-hour span.
President Vladimir Putin, on February 21, 2022, recognized the independence of the Donetsk and Luhansk People’s Republics in the Donbas region, citing the West’s disregard for Moscow’s security concerns.
Three days later, on February 24, 2022, Putin initiated what he termed a “special operation” against Ukraine, escalating tensions between Moscow and Kyiv into military confrontation.
In response, the United States and Western nations have imposed extensive sanctions on Russia and provided billions of dollars in military aid to Ukraine.
© Webangah News Agency, Mehr News, Sputnik
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