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Posted on October 22, 2025
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Add as preferred source on GoogleRussia launched 28 missiles and 405 drones at Ukraine, targeting energy infrastructure. Ukraine downed 16 missiles and 333 drones.
KYIV (Reuters) -Russia launched 405 drones and 28 missiles at Ukraine in an overnight attack targeting energy infrastructure, Ukraine's air force said on Wednesday.
Ukraine downed 16 missiles and 333 drones, and other missiles directly hit targets, it added.
(Reporting by Yuliia Dysa; Editing by Andrew Heavens)
A missile is a weapon that is self-propelled and guided towards a target. In military contexts, missiles can be used to strike specific locations, often with explosive payloads.
Drones are unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that can be remotely controlled or fly autonomously. They are used for various purposes, including surveillance, reconnaissance, and military attacks.
Energy infrastructure refers to the physical systems and facilities that generate, transmit, and distribute energy, including power plants, transmission lines, and substations.
Military strategy is the planning and execution of operations to achieve specific objectives in warfare. It involves the deployment of forces and resources to gain a tactical advantage.
Air defense refers to the measures taken to protect a country or area from aerial attacks, including the use of missiles, anti-aircraft guns, and radar systems to detect and intercept threats.
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