Drone Assault: Ukrainian Air Forces Counter Aggression
27 January 2026 09:05
During the recent assault that began on the evening of January 26, the Ukrainian air defense forces demonstrated their capabilities by neutralizing 135 out of 165 drones employed by Russian forces. This was reported by the Ukrainian Armed Forces Air Command via their Telegram channel.
Since 18:00 on Monday, the enemy launched 165 strike drones, including Shahed types and others, from various directions, including Kursk, Oryol, and occupied Crimea.
The Ukrainian defense forces effectively countered the attack using aviation, anti-aircraft missile systems, and electronic warfare units.
As of 08:00 on Tuesday, January 27, it is confirmed that 135 drones were intercepted across northern, southern, central, and eastern Ukraine.
Hits were recorded on 14 locations, with debris falling in 9 different sites.
The attack continues, and several enemy drones remain in the airspace.
In Odesa, there are reports of three individuals possibly trapped under rubble following the Russian strike.