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Russia Launches 800+ Drones Against Ukraine's Ports in April 2026
Russia intensified drone attacks on Ukraine's ports, with over 800 drones launched in the first four months of 2026, a tenfold increase from the previous year. Ukraine's infrastructure minister confirmed the attacks, which targeted port infrastructure. The strikes have damaged critical facilities and disrupted supply chains.
Russia sent more than 800 drones against Ukraine's port infrastructure in the first four months of 2026, according to Ukraine's infrastructure minister. This represents a tenfold increase from the 75 drones used in the same period in 2025. The attacks targeted key ports, including Odessa and Mykolaiv, causing significant damage to facilities and disrupting maritime operations.
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Russia intensifies drone attacks on ports, Ukraine says - ReutersRussia intensifies drone attacks on ports, Ukraine says Reuters
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Russia intensifies drone attacks on ports, Ukraine says - The Straits TimesRussia intensifies drone attacks on ports, Ukraine says The Straits Times
PublicRTEMay 4, 03:48 PM
Tenfold increase in drone attacks on ports, Ukraine saysRussia sent more than 800 drones against Ukraine's port infrastructure in the first four months of 2026, a sharp rise from 75 in the same period last year, Ukraine's infrastructure minister has said.