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Ukraine Downs 74 of 75 Drones in 'Record' Russian Attack on Kyiv

The attack, coinciding with Holodomor Remembrance Day, caused widespread damage and power cuts, wounding five people and sparking fires across the city.

  • Ukraine reports it downed 74 out of 75 drones launched by Russia in a 'record' attack, the majority of which targeted Kyiv, causing power cuts and damage across the city.
  • The drone attack coincided with Holodomor Remembrance Day, a day of tribute to the millions killed in the 1930s famine under Soviet rule.
  • Kyiv authorities report five people were wounded, including an 11-year-old, and drone debris sparked fires and damaged buildings, including a nursery.
  • The Ukrainian army identifies the drones as Iranian-made Shahed drones, and suggests Russia is testing new methods to evade detection, including the use of electronic warfare and jammers.
  • The attack is part of an ongoing conflict, with fighting most intense in the east of Ukraine, particularly around the city of Avdiivka, which is nearly encircled by Russian forces.
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