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In an unprecedented overnight operation on August 13-14, Russian air defenses successfully intercepted and destroyed 44 Ukrainian drones across multiple regions and seas, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense.
The drone attacks, which were reported on August 14, targeted various regions including the Black Sea, Volgograd, Crimea, Rostov, Krasnodar, Belgorod, and the Sea of Azov. The Krasnodar region and Belgorod region bore the brunt of the attacks, with four and eight drones being shot down respectively.
In the Belgorod region, the regional government building sustained minor damage, and three civilians were injured. A man suffered serious shrapnel wounds, a woman had burns, and a third person was affected by barotrauma and shrapnel leg injury. The attacks also caused a car fire, which was promptly extinguished by emergency services.
The Krasnodar region, on the other hand, experienced minor property damage such as shattered windows and damaged fencing, but no casualties were reported.
Another significant drone activity was reported near Volgograd, where an oil spill and fire occurred at a refinery, temporarily suspending airport operations. However, no casualties were reported in this incident.
These drone attacks represent a significant escalation of hostilities, with Russian air defenses actively intercepting large numbers of unmanned aerial vehicles to minimize damage and casualties. The Ministry of Defense closely monitored and reported the shootdowns as part of the ongoing conflict.
It is important to note that these details are based on official statements from the Russian Ministry of Defense and regional governors, as consolidated in multiple sources including TASS, Caliber.Az, and PL English news.
The attribution of these drone incidents to Ukraine has been made by the Russian Ministry of Defense, but no further details about the drones or their intended targets were provided. Similarly, no information was given about any response or retaliation from Ukraine regarding the drone incidents.
The drone incidents occurred between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM on August 14, as reported by the press service of the Russian Ministry of Defense. However, no new information about these incidents being considered attacks has been provided.
In conclusion, the overnight drone attacks on August 13-14 resulted in minor damage and injuries in several Russian regions, with the Belgorod region bearing the brunt of the attacks. The Russian air defenses were able to intercept and destroy a significant number of drones, minimizing the potential for greater damage and casualties. However, the ongoing conflict and the attribution of these incidents to Ukraine remain a matter of concern.
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