Politics · 13 May 2026
200 Russian drones attack Ukraine in daylight
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Air raid alerts sounded across Ukraine, and explosions from air defences were heard in Kyiv as a major assault began. Russia launched a significant daytime drone attack on Wednesday, sending approximately 200 Shahed-type unmanned drones after 9am UK time. President Zelensky warned of further waves, stating Russia targets railway infrastructure and civilian sites.
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