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Russian Defence Ministry: anti-aircraft units intercepted 339 Ukrainian drones over 13-hour period

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Posted on June 6, 2026

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· Last updated: June 6, 2026

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Russia Says 339 Ukrainian Drones Intercepted in 13-Hour Anti-Aircraft Operation

Details of Russia's Anti-Aircraft Operation and Regional Impact

Scale of Drone Interceptions

June 6 (Reuters) - Russia's Defence Ministry said on Saturday its anti-aircraft units had intercepted and destroyed 339 Ukrainian drones over a 13-hour period in various Russian regions, including Moscow.

Regions Affected by Drone Activity

The ministry, posting on Telegram, listed 13 regions where the interceptions took place, plus areas over the Black Sea, between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. (0400-1700 GMT).

Central and Northwestern Russia

Several regions in central Russia were included in the Defence Ministry list of affected areas, which also extended to Leningrad and Pskov regions in the northwest.

Moscow's Response

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin issued a series of announcements on Telegram outlining anti-aircraft action against drones. An unofficial count showed that 14 had been downed throughout the day.

Impact on Civil Aviation

Flight Suspensions

Russia's civil aviation authority periodically announced the suspension of flights to different airports. Russian news agencies said four suspension orders had been issued at different times of the day for the Black Sea city of Sochi.

Reporting and Editorial Notes

(Reporting by Reuters, Editing by Franklin Paul)

Key Takeaways

  • Russia’s Defence Ministry said anti‑aircraft units intercepted 339 Ukrainian drones between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. (0400–1700 GMT) across 13 regions plus the Black Sea, including central, northwest regions like Leningrad and Pskov, and Moscow (investing.com).
  • Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin issued a Telegram series confirming anti‑aircraft actions in the capital; his unofficial count recorded 14 drones downed in Moscow during the day (investing.com).
  • Russia’s civil aviation authority repeatedly suspended flights, with four separate orders issued at Sochi airport due to drone threats, and flights to/from other airports were impacted (newsukraine.rbc.ua).
  • This incident follows a broader pattern: Russia intercepted 3,124 Ukrainian drones in the preceding week, with major drone attacks reported on May 13 and May 17, and earlier comparable interceptions include 220 drones over 9 hours on February 26 (investing.com).

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Ukrainian drones were intercepted by Russia in 13 hours?
The Russian Defence Ministry reported intercepting and destroying 339 Ukrainian drones over a 13-hour period.
Which Russian regions were affected by the drone interceptions?
Thirteen regions including central Russia, Leningrad, Pskov, and areas over the Black Sea were affected.
Were any flights suspended due to the drone activity?
Russia's civil aviation authority announced flight suspensions to various airports, including Sochi, four times in one day.
How did Moscow officials respond to the drone attacks?
Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin posted updates on anti-aircraft actions against drones on Telegram throughout the day.
What time period did the drone interceptions cover?
The interceptions occurred between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. (0400-1700 GMT) as reported by the Defence Ministry.

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