Russia claims downing 777 Ukrainian drones; Kyiv reports 138 of 161 Russian drones intercepted

Overnight, Russia reported shooting down 777 Ukrainian drones, while Ukraine claimed to have intercepted 138 of 161 Russian drones, with at least eight injured in Kyiv. The scale of drone warfare continues to escalate, with both sides sustaining significant attrition. This exchange underscores the ongoing intensity of the conflict and the expanding role of drones in strike and defense operations.