Ukraine Strikes Russian Airfield, Signs Major Drone Deal

Ukraine conducted a successful strike on the Borysoglebsk airfield in Russia’s Voronezh region after enduring a large-scale Russian aerial attack involving over 360 drones and missiles. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted most of the incoming threats, reportedly shooting down 292 out of 322 Russian drones in one night, though some attacks still breached defenses. In response to the escalating drone warfare, Ukraine signed a major agreement with U.S. company Swift Beat to co-produce hundreds of thousands of advanced drones, including interceptors. The deal aims to significantly enhance Ukraine's defensive and offensive capabilities amid intensifying conflict. European Union leaders admitted to lagging behind in drone production and are being urged to collaborate more closely with Ukraine to counter the evolving Russian threat. The developments highlight the growing importance of drones in modern warfare and the need for rapid innovation and manufacturing.