Russia launches major attack on Ukraine's energy grid as winter looms
Emergency power cuts are in operation and some public transport systems are suspended after heavy strikes across the country.
The Ukrainian Air Force has reported that as of 18:30 on September 30, 285 enemy strike drones of various types were detected in Ukrainian airspace, with 254 successfully shot down or neutralized. Throughout the day, the enemy launched 285 attack UAVs, including 174 jet-powered drones and Gerber drones, according to the Air Force's statement on Telegram.
The air defense forces managed to neutralize 254 of these drones, 146 of which were jet-powered. Additionally, the enemy launched a ballistic missile strike in the eastern sector, along with several Banderole/Dan-T drones. The Air Force is currently verifying the information and urges the public to remain vigilant and heed any air raid alerts.
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