Congressman Joe Wilson accused Russia of declaring war on Poland after Russian drones were detected on its territory. He called on the US administration to allow Ukraine to strike deep into Russian territory.
HUR has identified over 100 foreign components in Russian missiles and drones. The modernization of 'Geran-2' drones is taking place with the participation of Iran and using components from other countries.
On the night of September 9, Russian occupiers attacked Ukraine with 84 UAVs of various types. Air defense forces destroyed 60 enemy drones in the north, south, and east of the country.
The Accounting Chamber has begun an audit of the development of innovations and technologies for defense needs during martial law. Auditors will assess the support of the Ministry of Digital Transformation and the Innovation Development Fund, the report is expected in December 2025.
Finland is convening a special meeting of the OSCE Permanent Council on September 9 at the request of Ukraine. This is a response to Russia's massive attacks and an attempt to increase international pressure.
On the night of September 8, Russians attacked Ukraine with 142 Shahed-type attack UAVs. Air defense forces shot down 112 enemy drones in various regions of the country.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov announced that a Technological Staff meeting will be held in the near future. The main goal of the meeting will be to strengthen Ukraine's long-range capabilities and protect the population.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha discussed with representatives of the EU and Canada the strengthening of sanctions against Russia. He informed about the escalation of attacks and emphasized the need to strengthen air defense and energy resilience.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine must produce 300-400 interceptor drones to match the number of Shaheds used by Russia. According to him, there is potential for this, and funding is being provided.
On September 7, Russia attacked Ukraine using over 800 drones, including 400 "Shaheds," as well as missiles and ballistic weapons. Ukrainian air defense forces shot down over 150 targets, but hits and destruction were recorded in Kyiv, Zaporizhzhia, Kryvyi Rih, Kremenchuk, and Odesa.
The Defense Forces of Ukraine are taking measures to prevent the advance of Russian occupiers. Since the beginning of September 7, 54 combat engagements have taken place.
As a result of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia on September 7, three people remain in hospitals. Their condition is assessed as moderate, the pregnant woman is safe.
Russian occupiers shelled Sumy, an enemy drone attacked the city center. Four people were injured, and the building of the Sumy Regional Administration was damaged.
Ukrainian unmanned systems attacked a strategic Transneft facility in Naitopovichi. The destroyed oil pump transported fuel from Belarusian refineries to the Russian Federation.
Ukrainian air defense shot down 747 "Shaheds" and 4 "Iskander-K" cruise missiles during the massive attack. Hits were recorded at 37 locations and debris falling at 8.
On the night of September 6, Ukrainian air defense shot down 68 out of 91 enemy UAVs. 18 attack drones hit targets at 8 locations.
Russian troops attacked Ukraine with 7 missiles and 157 drones. Air defense neutralized 121 drones.
The Unmanned Systems Forces have implemented an electronic accounting system that provides public access to verified information about the units' work. The system automates reporting, planning, and performance analysis, updating data every 5 minutes.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi announced the creation of an echeloned system to counter enemy "Shaheds" and "Geraniums". The priority is the formation of crews, training of operators, and provision of effective means of destruction.
Two drones entered Polish airspace but posed no threat, so they were not shot down. This happened amid massive Russian attacks on Ukraine.
The enemy attacked Ukraine with 112 attack UAVs, of which 84 were shot down or suppressed. 28 drones hit 17 locations.
Chinese companies supplied parts and materials worth at least 55 million euros to Russian firms sanctioned for drone production. Almost a quarter of these supplies went to companies involved in the production of Iranian Shahed kamikaze drones.
Khmelnytskyi region suffered double attacks with missiles and drones, which led to a fire in a garage complex. The search for possible casualties continues, numerous damages to buildings and infrastructure have been recorded.
On the night of September 3, Russians shelled Ukraine with 526 aerial attack means. Air defense forces shot down 451 enemy targets, including 430 UAVs and 21 cruise missiles.
On August 2, the enemy attacked Ukraine with 53 attack drones of various types, most of which were flying towards Kyiv. As of 4:00 PM, air defense destroyed 48 enemy UAVs.
On the night of September 2, Russians attacked Ukraine with 150 attack UAVs and decoy drones. The Defense Forces shot down 120 aircraft, 30 UAVs were recorded hitting targets.
On the night of September 1, Russia attacked Ukraine with 86 attack drones and decoy drones. Ukrainian air defense shot down or suppressed 76 enemy UAVs.
On the night of August 31, Ukraine repelled an attack of 142 attack drones and imitators. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 126 enemy UAVs and drone imitators.
On the night of August 30, Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine, firing 537 drones and 45 missiles. Air defense forces neutralized 510 drones and 38 missiles.
During the night, the Russian Federation attacked Ukraine with 68 attack UAVs and decoy drones. Defense forces neutralized 46 enemy targets, but 22 UAVs hit 9 locations in Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk regions.
