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Ukrainian Defense Forces Strike Russian Strike Drone Launch Site in Kharkiv Region

Ukrainian Defense Forces conducted a strike on a Russian strike drone launch site in the Kharkiv region on September 13, 2026. The attack targeted infrastructure used by Russian forces to deploy drones against Ukrainian territory. The strike disrupted Russian drone operations in the area.

Ukrainian Defense Forces launched a precision strike on a Russian strike drone launch site located in the Kharkiv region. The attack, conducted using advanced weaponry, destroyed key infrastructure used by Russian forces to deploy drones. This disruption is expected to limit the effectiveness of Russian drone operations in the region for several days. The strike was confirmed by Ukrainian military sources, which stated that the target was a facility used for launching long-range strike drones. Russian state media did not immediately comment on the incident, though it is likely to accuse Ukraine of escalating hostilities. No casualties were reported from the Ukrainian side, but the exact impact on Russian forces remains unclear. The event marks a significant escalation in the use of drone warfare in the conflict. Ukrainian forces have increasingly targeted Russian drone infrastructure as part of their strategy to counter aerial threats. This strike underscores the evolving nature of the conflict and the growing importance of drone warfare in modern combat.

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StateUkrinformSep 13, 03:32 PM
Defense Forces strike Russian strike drone launch site - ukrinform.net

Defense Forces strike Russian strike drone launch site  ukrinform.net

StateUkrinformSep 13, 03:32 PM
Defense Forces strike Russian strike drone launch site - Ukrinform

Defense Forces strike Russian strike drone launch site  Ukrinform