Sevastopol Air Defense Thwarts Drone Attack

Air defense units in Sevastopol, Crimea intercepted over 20 Ukrainian drones in an early morning attack, according to the city's governor. Initial reports state there were no injuries, but some buildings sustained damage. Ukraine reportedly also deployed Storm Shadow missiles during the assault.


Devdiscourse News Desk | May 27 (Reuters) - ​Air ​Defense ‌Units In ​The Port Of Sevastopol ‌In Russian-Occupied Crimea Downed Over 20 Ukrainian Drones ‌In An Attack ‌Early On Wednesday | Updated: 27-05-2026 09:35 IST | Created: 27-05-2026 09:35 IST
Sevastopol Air Defense Thwarts Drone Attack
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Air defense units in Sevastopol, located in Russian-occupied Crimea, successfully intercepted over 20 Ukrainian drones during an early morning assault, the city's governor reported.

According to preliminary information relayed via Telegram by Governor Mikhail Razvozhayev, no injuries have been reported. However, the attack led to damage of several buildings.

The assault reportedly included the use of Storm Shadow missiles by Ukrainian forces, as the region experiences heightened military tensions.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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