Russia launches largest drone attack of war on Ukraine

Officials say many were intercepted - but several hit civilian areas, causing deaths and injuries.

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Ukraine's Air Force Command spokesman Yuriy Ignat, said a "record" 267 Russian drones were launched in a single, coordinated attack. Some 138 were intercepted while 119 disappeared after being jammed without causing any damage.

While many were repelled, emergency services reported drone strikes causing destruction and fires in several regions overnight.

The strikes come on the eve of the third anniversary of the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said it was the largest drone attack on the country since Russia began using Iranian-made drones.

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