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Russia downs 235 Ukrainian drones overnight, defence ministry says

Russia’s defence ministry reported intercepting 235 Ukrainian drones overnight, with debris from one causing a fire at an oil depot in Volgograd. Temporary flight restrictions were imposed at at least ten Russian airports, including Moscow and Saint Petersburg.

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Published December 14,2025
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Russia's defence ministry said on Sunday that air defence systems intercepted and destroyed 235 Ukrainian drones overnight.

An oil depot caught fire in Uryupinsk in Volgograd region due to fallen drone debris, a regional governor said.

At least ten Russian airports, including in Moscow and Saint Petersburg, imposed temporary flight restrictions during the night, according to the aviation regulator.