ADF Neutralizes Three Banderol Missiles as 138 Russian Drones Attack Ukraine Overnight

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) intercepted and neutralized three Banderol missiles, a type of Russian hypersonic weapon, during an overnight attack on Ukraine. The attack, which occurred on September 19, 2026, involved 138 Russian drones targeting Ukrainian territory. The ADF's response prevented potential damage to critical infrastructure. The attack highlights the intensifying use of drone warfare in the conflict, with Russia deploying a large number of unmanned aerial vehicles to overwhelm Ukrainian defenses.