Drone Attack on Odesa on June 28
On June 28, 2025, at approximately 22:00, enemy forces launched an assault utilizing 23 Shahed-type drones and various imitator drones from the Primorsko-Akhtarsk direction, Russia, and from Chauda, in the temporarily occupied Crimea. This was reported by the Air Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The primary target of the strike was the Odesa region.
As of 09:00, air defense systems had neutralized 22 enemy drones in southern Ukraine. Of these, 21 were shot down by firepower, and one was locally lost or suppressed by electronic warfare.
Impact from an enemy strike drone was reported in one location in Odesa, while debris from the downed drones fell in eight separate areas.
Reports indicate a significant increase in drone warfare tactics in the conflict, highlighting the ongoing threats to civilian areas from aerial assaults.
The recent escalation in drone attacks underscores the critical role of air defense capabilities in safeguarding key locations within Ukraine, especially in its southern regions.
Officials reiterated the importance of vigilance and readiness to respond to such aerial threats, as the dynamics of the conflict continue to evolve, affecting both military and civilian populations. The situation remains tense as Ukrainian defense forces adapt to counteract these increasingly sophisticated attacks.
As the hostilities persist, both sides are expected to adjust their tactics, making it crucial for the international community to monitor developments closely, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the evolving conflict landscape, reports 24brussels.
