Ukraine Intercepts 101 Russian Drones in Large-Scale Attack

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine neutralized 101 of 126 drones launched by Russian occupation forces in a large-scale attack overnight into Saturday, October 24, 2026. The strike included 61 jet-powered UAVs, Banderol loitering munitions, and decoy drones, resulting in an interception rate exceeding 80%.

Ukrainian aviation, anti-aircraft missile units, electronic warfare and unmanned systems units, and mobile fire groups countered the assault. Despite the interceptions, the Air Force reported that "hits by enemy aerial weapons were recorded at 14 locations," while debris from intercepted drones fell at five additional sites.

Ukrainian officials noted that the attack was still ongoing at the time of the announcement, with some Russian strike drones remaining in Ukrainian airspace.