Ukraine's air defense forces shot down and neutralized 138 enemy drones during a nighttime attack by Russia
On the night of June 30, Russian forces launched a massive attack using various types of strike drones. Ukraine’s air defense forces destroyed and neutralized 138 aerial targets out of the 154 drones launched.
The air attack was repelled by the Ukrainian Air Force, anti-aircraft missile forces, electronic warfare units, unmanned aerial vehicle units, and mobile fire groups of the Ukrainian Defense Forces.
According to preliminary data, as of 08:30, air defense forces had shot down or neutralized 138 enemy UAVs—including Shahed, Gerber, Italmas, and other types—in the north, south, center, and east of the country.
Thirteen attack UAVs were recorded striking 10 locations, and debris from downed UAVs was found at two locations.
The attack is ongoing, with several enemy UAVs in the airspace. Please follow safety guidelines, according to a statement from the Ukrainian Air Force.
Earlier, Zelenskyy mocked Putin over his constant claims about seizing the Donbas.
“Putin will not get a chance for a new occupation,” Zelenskyy said.
A series of diplomatic appeals to international leaders and institutions, along with an open letter to Putin, yielded the desired result.
