The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports that during the night of May 7-8, Russian invaders attacked Ukraine with 67 Shahed attack UAVs (including jet-powered ones), Gerber, Italmas, and Parody simulator drones.
Points of attention
- The conflict underscores the ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine, with both sides engaging in aerial warfare.
- Stay updated on the evolving situation as Ukraine remains vigilant in defending its airspace against Russian invaders.
Air defense revealed the results of repelling a new Russian attack
This time, the enemy air attack began at 6:00 PM on May 7.
Russian drones flew from the following directions: Kursk, Orel, Bryansk, Primorsko-Akhtarsk, Millerovo — Russian Federation, Gvardiyske — TOT AR Crimea.
The air attack was repelled by aviation, anti-aircraft missile troops, electronic warfare and unmanned systems units, and mobile fire groups of the Defense Forces of Ukraine.
According to preliminary data, as of 08:00, air defenses shot down/suppressed 56 enemy Shahed, Gerbera, Italmas UAVs and drones of other types in the south and east of the country.
11 strike UAVs were recorded hitting 8 locations, as well as downed UAVs (fragments) falling in 7 locations.
Let's hold the sky! Together — to victory! — call on Ukrainian defenders.
