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Russia and Ukraine Intensify Drone Warfare Amid Spring Offensive

First article: 25 mar. 2026, 12:56 | Last update: 25 mar. 2026, 13:28 | 2 sources | 2 articles

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As Russia begins its spring offensive, both sides in the conflict are ramping up their use of drone technology. These attacks are becoming increasingly frequent and sophisticated, targeting critical infrastructure and military positions. The escalation raises concerns about further casualties and damage to civilian areas.

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Russia and Ukraine escalate drone attacks as Moscow starts spring offensive Foto: France 24
France 24 25 mar. 2026, 12:56 (2 hours ago) Excellent

Russia and Ukraine escalate drone attacks as Moscow starts spring offensive

Moscow fired nearly 1,000 drones at Ukraine in 24 hours, as it starts is spring offensive. One damaged an energy facility on the region of Chernihiv, leaving close to 150,000 consumers in the city and its surroundings without power. Russia's air defences also downed nearly 400 incoming Ukrainian drones, making it the largest reported overnight attack on Russian regions and Crimea since the start of the invasion. FRANCE 24's Emmanuelle Chaze tells us more from the ground.

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Two countries hit by stray drones as Russia and Ukraine continue aerial attacks Foto: The Independent
The Independent 25 mar. 2026, 13:28 (2 hours ago)

Two countries hit by stray drones as Russia and Ukraine continue aerial attacks

These events coincided with a Ukrainian drone attack that ignited oil facilities at a Russian port

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