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Intense Drone Warfare: Russia Claims 1,297 Ukrainian Drones Downed in 24 Hours

Intense Drone Warfare: Russia Claims 1,297 Ukrainian Drones Downed in 24 Hours

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ThreatCluster •October 25, 2026 at 08:42 UTC
  • •Russia claims to have shot down 1,297 Ukrainian drones in a single day.
  • •Ukrainian forces reported the destruction of 101 Russian drones during the same period.
  • •The conflict has intensified with targeted strikes on military infrastructure.

On October 24, 2026, Russia's Ministry of Defence reported the downing of 1,297 Ukrainian drones within a 24-hour period, alongside one SCALP missile and four Neptune missiles. The Russian military stated that Ukrainian forces suffered approximately 1,190 casualties during this time. The attacks targeted energy and transport infrastructure, warehouses, and drone launch sites, impacting various military groupings. Concurrently, Ukrainian forces reported that Russian attacks involved 126 drones and strikes at 14 locations, with 101 drones reportedly destroyed or jammed. The situation reflects a significant escalation in aerial combat between the two nations.

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2026-10-24
Russia reports drone downing
Russia claims to have shot down 1,297 Ukrainian drones and inflicted 1,190 casualties in 24 hours.
8Am.Media
2026-10-24
Ukrainian Air Force reports drone destruction
Ukrainian forces reported destroying or jamming 101 Russian drones amid ongoing combat operations.
Pravda.Ua

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What types of drones were involved in the attacks?
The attacks involved various types of drones, including 126 Shahed and Gerbera attack drones.
What are the reported casualties?
Russia claims that approximately 1,190 Ukrainian personnel were lost in the recent engagements.
What locations were targeted in the strikes?
Strikes were recorded at 14 locations, targeting energy and transport infrastructure used by the Ukrainian military.