Zelensky Sends Massive Overnight Drone Wave On Russia, With Record 1,214 UAVs Intercepted

What happened: Ukraine launched a record overnight drone wave into Russian territory, and Russia's military said it intercepted over 1,200 UAVs. Moscow's mayor said 613 drones targeted the capital area. Key numbers: Russia reported 1,214 UAVs intercepted. Why it matters: The Institute for the Study of War said the aerial campaign is pressuring the Kremlin through economic setbacks, though Russian ground momentum is unchanged. The content states nothing indicates Putin is ready to change course and escalation continues on both sides.

Ukraine launched a record overnight drone wave into Russian territory, and Russia's military said it intercepted over 1,200 UAVs. Moscow's mayor said 613 drones targeted the capital area.

The Institute for the Study of War said the aerial campaign is pressuring the Kremlin through economic setbacks, though Russian ground momentum is unchanged. The content states nothing indicates Putin is ready to change course and escalation continues on both sides.