In July 2026, Russia used up to two-thirds of the annual production of Zircon missiles and launched 107 ballistic missiles. At the same time, the number of drones launched decreased from 5,749 in June to 2,955 in July.
Impacts of 23 missiles and 10 strike UAVs were recorded at 20 locations, as well as the fall of downed UAV debris at 18 locations.
Russian troops launched a massive missile attack on Kyiv on the night of July 19, using about 35-40 ballistic missiles. Fires have been recorded in residential buildings and a shopping center in the city.
The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine neutralized 3 ballistic missiles and 129 drones. Kh-22/32 cruise missiles did not reach their targets.
On the night of July 14, Russia attacked Ukraine with 8 ballistic missiles, 2 guided missiles and 135 drones. Air defense forces shot down 5 ballistic missiles, all guided missiles and 108 drones.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed damage to two primary oil refining units at the "Syzran" plant in the Samara region of the Russian Federation. Also, seven tankers and other vessels in the Sea of Azov were struck.
On the night of July 13, the USF struck 15 vessels of Russia's shadow fleet, including tankers and dry cargo ships. Strikes were also carried out on the Kuban-Crimea energy bridge, and 4 air defense elements were destroyed.
SBU fighters struck the ships "Volga" and "Vyatka", as well as the ferry "Petropavlovsk" at the "Zatoka" plant in Kerch.
Russia launched 7 ballistic missiles and 239 drones at Ukraine. Air defense destroyed 4 missiles and 212 UAVs; hits were recorded at nine locations.
The FP-9 missile, with a range of 855 km and an 800 kg warhead, could enter service by the end of the year. It is capable of effectively overcoming Russian air defense.
The occupiers are launching Shahed drones 5-15 days after manufacture. The production of UAVs and missiles in the RF does not allow for the formation of large stockpiles, "and almost everything goes to the front."
Budanov called "Oreshnik" a demonstrative weapon and stated that Russia has large missile stockpiles. Ukraine's strikes came as a shock to the enemy's unprepared society.
On the night of May 29, the enemy launched 232 UAVs and a ballistic missile. Air defense forces neutralized 217 drones; hits by the missile and 14 unmanned aerial vehicles were recorded.
The Russian military-industrial complex has limitations in missile production, which constrains the intensity of attacks on Kyiv. The main problem for the Armed Forces of Ukraine remains the shortage of missiles for Patriot systems.
Air defense shot down 4 missiles and 503 drones during the night attack on Ukraine. Hits by 18 missiles and 16 drones were recorded in several regions.
The SBU and Defense Forces struck the "Angstrem" plant, oil facilities near Moscow, and the "Belbek" airfield. Air defense systems, radars, and UAV control points were destroyed.
In Moscow, a drone hit a building on Mosfilmovskaya Street. An expert considers strikes on air defense systems in the Moscow region more likely than attacks on Red Square during the parade.
In April, the Unmanned Systems Forces struck 38 units of enemy air defense and electronic warfare equipment. The value of the destroyed weaponry reaches approximately 1.1 billion dollars.
A corvette, a tanker, and Su-35 fighter jets remain at the bases in Tartus and Khmeimim. Moscow is attempting to maintain influence through new agreements with Damascus.
Russia overnight struck Ukraine with 47 missiles, including 12 ballistic missiles, and 619 drones. 30 missiles and 580 drones neutralized, data on 4 missiles being clarified.
Air defense forces destroyed 31 missiles and 636 drones during a massive shelling. Hits were recorded at 26 locations, the enemy drone attack continues.
Defense Forces hit radar stations in Crimea and Zaporizhzhia region. Ammunition depots, fuel, and equipment were destroyed in several regions.
A series of precise strikes destroyed S-400 and Pantsir divisions on the peninsula. The Russian command is involving untrained civilian workers in air defense.
Defense Forces hit a metallurgical plant, a military echelon, and an S-400 system. Strikes were also carried out on command posts and concentrations of personnel.
Moscow is supplying Tehran with drones, medicines, and intelligence to maintain the regime's combat capability. Deliveries began in March after secret negotiations between officials.
The Sapsan missile system has moved beyond laboratories and conducted its first test launches. The system is capable of striking at 500 km and breaking through enemy air defenses.
Russia launched 34 missiles and 392 drones of various types at Ukraine. Air defense forces destroyed 390 targets, and hits were recorded at 22 locations across the country.
The Defense Forces eliminated enemy air defense in the Russian Federation and in the occupied territories. Command posts, areas of force concentration, and UAV control points were hit.
Ukrainian Unmanned Systems Forces fighters hit a Buk-M3 air defense system and a Triumph radar station in Donetsk region and Bryansk region. In total, 26 enemy air defense targets have been eliminated since the beginning of March.
The Defense Forces hit the Granit center in Sevastopol, where anti-aircraft missile systems were serviced. The Almaz-Antey concern's facility will no longer be able to repair air defense systems.
