The Kremlin reported encountering 485 enemy drone attacks in a significant wave assumed to be from Ukraine, marking one of the largest coordinated efforts against Russian territory. The most intense attacks occurred in the Moscow region and involved multiple Russian regions, including Crimea. While the Kremlin stated that air defense systems shot down the drones, the actual damage remains uncertain. Analysts noted the use of long-range drones that can reach targets far from Ukrainian borders, complicating traditional Russian defense efforts.
"Air defense systems shot down 485 aircraft-type uncrewed aerial vehicles," the statement said. "This is a new record for Ukraine," wrote Ukrainian analyst Petro Andryushchenko.
The longest-running attack by Ukrainian UAVs, which began around 11 p.m. on May 19 and lasted until 4 a.m. on May 22, indicates a significant escalation.
Moscow's traditional air defense systems have reportedly struggled to reliably take down these long-range drones, which fly at a maximum speed of 130 mph.
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