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Ukraine Drone Wave Tests Russian Air Defenses

Ukraine launches hundreds of drones into Russia, testing air defense capacity near Moscow and in Rostov

Aug 16, 10:16 AM EDT Checked across 3 sources

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Ukraine drones hit Russia, killing at least six and striking logistics and missile fuel infrastructure.

Frame 1Ukraine launches hundreds of drones into Russia, testing air defense capacity near Moscow and in Rostov.
Frame 2Russian officials said 600 drones approached Moscow, and 201 were downed nearby.
Frame 3A warehouse near Moscow burned after the strike, turning a logistics hub into evidence.
Frame 4Rostov officials reported five deaths, damaged homes, a rail station and a forest fire.
Frame 5Ukraine said it hit a Rostov missile fuel plant tied to Russian weapons production.
Frame 6Air defense capacity becomes the test as long range strikes reach deeper behind front lines.

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Published: Aug 16, 10:16 AM EDT
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