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Ukraine Downs Several Russian Kamikaze Drones

Odesa's regional governor, Oleh Kiper, said drones targeted a farm, where they damaged a warehouse and some machinery. (file photo)
Odesa's regional governor, Oleh Kiper, said drones targeted a farm, where they damaged a warehouse and some machinery. (file photo)

The Ukrainian Air Force shot down five combat drones and one reconnaissance drone launched by Russia in the early hours of April 22. The air force said Russia had launched seven Iranian-made Shahed-type kamikaze drones from Cape Chauda in the Moscow-occupied Crimea region. Russia also launched three antiaircraft guided missiles from the occupied Donetsk region, according to Ukraine. In Odesa, regional Governor Oleh Kiper said the drones targeted a farm, where they damaged a warehouse and agricultural machinery. No human casualties were reported. To read the original story by RFE/RL's Ukrainian Service, click here.

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