Russia and Ukraine Exchange Mass Drone Strikes; Explosion Hits Sochi Port

Russia and Ukraine escalated mutual drone warfare, with Kyiv reporting 135 Russian drones downed and Moscow claiming destruction of 416 Ukrainian drones and strikes on logistics centers. An explosion at the Russian port of Sochi adds a new dimension, potentially threatening energy infrastructure. The scale and simultaneity suggest a deliberate escalation, though specific targets and damage remain unverified.