- Russia launched a significant daytime drone assault on Ukraine on Wednesday, deploying approximately 200 drones shortly after 9am UK time.
- Air raid alerts were activated across Ukraine as dozens of Shahed-type unmanned drones were tracked moving southwest past Kyiv.
- Explosions from air defences were reported in the capital, with Ukrainian military intelligence confirming Russia targeted critical infrastructure facilities.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of potential further drone attacks throughout the day, stating Russia is deliberately targeting railway infrastructure and civilian sites.
- This marks a recent shift in tactics, as Russia has increasingly conducted major drone and missile strikes during the daytime, contrasting with its previous night-time operations.
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