Russian Air Defenses Claim Success Against Ukrainian Drones

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Russian air defenses reportedly intercepted and destroyed over 50 Ukrainian drones** that attacked various regions of Russia and temporarily occupied Crimea on the night of November 14-15. Two drones were reportedly flying towards Moscow when they were destroyed.Krasnodar Krai was hit hardest, with 36 drones allegedly taken down, while three were destroyed over Crimea, two over Belgorod Oblast, and 10 over the Sea of Azov. The Russian military claimed success, stating that their air defense systems intercepted and destroyed all 51 Ukrainian UAVs.

Are Russian air defenses capable of protecting the country against drone attacks?

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