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Russia — Ministry of Defence (Russia) & Ukraine — Ukrainian Air Force

12 shared events · Importance 10 · Last updated Aug 15, 2026

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Russia — Ministry of Defence (Russia): The Russia — Ministry of Defence (Russia) claimed the strikes targeted military-related logistics centers. It is the executing agency for Russia's military actions.
Ukraine — Ukrainian Air Force: The Ukraine — Ukrainian Air Force failed to intercept any ballistic missiles due to interceptor shortages, highlighting its vulnerability.
Aug 04, 2026 · 90 articles
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Russia — Ministry of Defence (Russia): Russian MoD claimed strikes targeted military-industrial sites; denied hitting civilians.
Ukraine — Ukrainian Air Force: Ukraine — Ukrainian Air Force reported inability to intercept ballistic missiles due to interceptor shortage.
Jul 02, 2026 · 110 articles
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Russia — Ministry of Defence (Russia): The ministry reported downing over 500 drones, but the attack still caused damage. It faces pressure to improve air defenses.
Ukraine — Ukrainian Air Force: The air force reported Russian drone and missile attacks on Ukraine, highlighting the ongoing aerial conflict. It plays a key role in defending Ukrainian skies.
Aug 12, 2026 · 59 articles
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Russia — Ministry of Defence (Russia): The ministry reported shooting down drones and launching retaliatory strikes, highlighting its active role in the conflict.
Ukraine — Ukrainian Air Force: The Ukraine — Ukrainian Air Force intercepted most of Russia's drones, demonstrating its defensive capabilities.
Aug 15, 2026 · 16 articles
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Russia — Ministry of Defence (Russia): The ministry claimed strikes on military targets and interception of Ukrainian drones, reflecting Russia's military operations.
Ukraine — Ukrainian Air Force: The air force reported on Russian missile and drone attacks, highlighting the scale of the assault.
Aug 11, 2026 · 48 articles
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Russia — Ministry of Defence (Russia): The ministry reported shooting down 456 drones, but the attack still caused damage. This highlights air defense gaps and may prompt military adjustments.
Ukraine — Ukrainian Air Force: The air force reported Russian drone attacks and is involved in defending Ukrainian airspace. It faces resource constraints.
Aug 10, 2026 · 24 articles
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Russia — Ministry of Defence (Russia): Russia's defense ministry claimed the attack targeted Ukrainian military sites and reported shooting down 140 Ukrainian drones.
Ukraine — Ukrainian Air Force: The air force reported shooting down 18 missiles and 108 drones during the Russian attack.
Jul 18, 2026 · 88 articles
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Russia — Ministry of Defence (Russia): The Russian Defense Ministry claimed the attack targeted military sites and reported downing 258 Ukrainian drones.
Ukraine — Ukrainian Air Force: Tracked missiles and drones; intercepted over 260 drones.
Jul 18, 2026 · 171 articles
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Russia — Ministry of Defence (Russia): Russia's Defense Ministry reported downing 73 Ukrainian drones and is responsible for air defense.
Ukraine — Ukrainian Air Force: Ukraine's Air Force reported intercepting 72 of 94 Russian drones and both ballistic missiles, with some damage at 13 locations.
Apr 20, 2026 · 335 articles
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Russia — Ministry of Defence (Russia): Claimed strikes targeted military manufacturing facilities in Kyiv.
Ukraine — Ukrainian Air Force: Intercepted five ballistic missiles; reported strikes on 17 locations.
Jul 16, 2026 · 17 articles
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Russia — Ministry of Defence (Russia): Russian defense ministry reported downing Ukrainian drones.
Ukraine — Ukrainian Air Force: Deputy commander Yelizarov resigned over Fedorov's dismissal.
Jul 12, 2026 · 317 articles
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Russia — Ministry of Defence (Russia): The Russia — Ministry of Defence (Russia) has warned against Western arms deliveries and struck Ukrainian facilities.
Ukraine — Ukrainian Air Force: The Ukraine — Ukrainian Air Force has been unable to intercept all Russian ballistic missiles, highlighting the need for more Patriots.
Apr 20, 2026 · 131 articles
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