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Russia: Five drones shot down over Sevastopol, air attack thwarted

TASS reports that the Russian Defense Ministry says its defense systems successfully intercepted targets.

محمد يسري
Last updated: 16/02/2026 11:59 pm
Mohammed Yossry
محمد يسري
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Mohammed Yousry, editor at Voice of Emirates News Agency, Cairo office, is a journalist and researcher specializing in Islamic heritage and extremist groups.
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Russia: Five drones shot down over Sevastopol, air attack thwarted
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Moscow, Russia – The Russian military thwarted a drone attack targeting the city of Sevastopol, TASS news agency reported, citing military sources. Five aerial targets were reportedly shot down during the operation.

The agency stated that Russian air defense systems engaged the drones over the city. No immediate details were provided regarding the extent of the damage or any casualties.

Sevastopol… a strategically important location

Sevastopol, located in Crimea, is a strategically important base for the Russian Black Sea Fleet. Moreover, it has been the target of similar drone attacks in the past.

So far, no further information has been released regarding who is responsible for the attack. Meanwhile, official efforts to assess the situation on the ground are ongoing.

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