Russia’s drone attacks on Ukraine hit record high in July
Summary
In July, Russia launched a record number of drones against Ukraine, marking the highest monthly total since the start of its invasion in 2022. These drone attacks resulted in casualties, damage to civilian structures, and significant destruction across Ukraine. Despite efforts by Ukrainian forces to defend against the attacks, the scale and frequency of the drone strikes remained a major challenge throughout the month.Key Facts
- Russia launched over 6,000 drones against Ukraine in July 2023.
- This number marks the highest monthly total since Russia began its full-scale invasion in 2022.
- The drone attacks in July killed dozens of people and injured many more.
- Civilian targets were damaged, including homes, a kindergarten, and an ambulance.
- A July 9 attack in Western Ukraine used 741 drones and decoys and killed at least eight people.
- Ukrainian forces shot down most of the drones on July 9, but not all.
- Russia also launched 198 missiles on Ukraine in July, second only to June that year.
- Russia's drone strategy includes flying drones at high altitudes and using a mix of explosive and decoy drones.
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