Russia launches 164 drones in attack on Ukraine, strikes recorded at 16 locations

The 22nd Separate Mechanised Brigade. Photo: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Russia attacked Ukraine with 164 strike drones on the night of 27-28 August. Ukrainian air defence downed 137 Russian aerial assets.

Source: Ukraine's Air Force on Facebook

Quote: "Early reports indicate that as of 09:00, Ukrainian air defence had shot down or jammed 137 Russian UAVs, including Shaheds and Gerberas and drones of other types, in the north, south, east and centre of the country.

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