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"Shakhed drones," "Iskanders," and unidentified drones were spotted: the aftermath of the nighttime shelling by the Russian Armed Forces (photos, videos).

According to the command, the air defense forces conducted combat operations in 12 regions of Ukraine. Currently, there are reports of missile strikes in Kryvyi Rih and Zaporizhia.
"Shakhed drones," "Iskanders," and unidentified drones were spotted: the aftermath of the nighttime shelling by the Russian Armed Forces (photos, videos).

On the night of October 21, 2024, and in the morning, Russia launched an attack on Ukraine using various types of missiles, "Shahed" type strike drones, and unidentified drones. The Air Force has already recorded 119 air attack means. The aerial assault is still ongoing. This information was reported by the press service of the command.

As of 09:30, radio-technical troops of the Air Force detected and tracked 119 enemy air attack means:

  • 1 Iskander-M/KN-23 ballistic missile (from the territory of Crimea);
  • 1 guided air missile X-35 (from airspace over the Black Sea);
  • 1 guided air missile X-31P (from airspace over the Black Sea);
  • 116 enemy drones (launch areas: Kursk, Oryol, Primorsko-Akhtarsk — Russia).

The aerial assault is being repelled by aviation, anti-aircraft missile troops, electronic warfare units, and mobile fire groups of the Air Force and Defense Forces of Ukraine.

"Currently, there is confirmation of the downing of 59 enemy drones in the Odesa, Mykolaiv, Kherson, Vinnytsia, Khmelnytskyi, Zhytomyr, Kyiv, Sumy, Kirovohrad, Cherkasy, Chernihiv, and Poltava regions. Additionally, 45 Russian drones have been locally lost," the statement said.

The Air Force reported that Russian drones are still in the airspace of Ukraine, and combat operations are ongoing.

There have been several drone strikes on Ukraine's civilian infrastructure.

Attack on Kyiv

On the night of October 21, Kyiv was subjected to an intense drone attack launched by Russia. The air raid alert in the capital lasted over 5 hours, during which the enemy attempted to strike the city from various directions. All drones, numbering around a dozen, were neutralized by air defense forces, according to the Kyiv City Military Administration.

As a result of drone debris falling, damage was reported in three districts of Kyiv.

Dniprovskyi District: preliminary reports indicate that an electrical cable was damaged, and there have been no reports of injuries.

Holosiivskyi District: in a multi-story building, wall finishes were partially damaged, and windows were shattered. There were no reports of destruction or fires, and no injuries were found.

Solomianskyi District: debris from the drones caused a fire on the roof of a single-story building. The fire was promptly localized. There is one reported injury. Medics recorded facial burns on a man, who refused hospitalization.

Attack on Kryvyi Rih

In the evening of October 20, Russia attacked the city with a ballistic missile. The strike hit an urban area, damaging one of the city's hotels. On the morning of October 21, around 10:30, Russia attacked Kryvyi Rih again with ballistic missiles. The consequences of this attack are currently unknown.

The head of the Kryvyi Rih Military Administration urged residents to stay in safe places until the all-clear.

Chairman of the Regional Military Administration Serhii Lysak reported that as a result of the attack on the night of October 20, four people were injured.

"A 12-year-old girl was injured. Fortunately, her condition is satisfactory, and she will be treated at home. Among the injured are a 22-year-old man and women aged 36 and 63. All received the necessary medical assistance. The hotel, 5 multi-story buildings, a cultural facility, a bank, 2 shops, and 14 cars were damaged," Lysak informed.

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A headquarters for assisting residents has been established. There, people can receive psychological support and building materials. Volunteers are preparing hot drinks and food for the people. Additionally, a city headquarters has been set up to accept reports from residents about damaged property.

Attack on Kharkiv

In Kharkiv, explosions were heard around midnight. The Armed Forces of Russia attacked the city with guided bombs. This was reported by the mayor of Kharkiv, Ihor Terekhov.

"According to preliminary information, several private houses in the Novobavarskyi district were damaged. The city is under attack from enemy guided bombs — be cautious! Three districts of the city were hit. Some of them are experiencing specific issues with electricity supply. Preliminary reports indicate one strike in the Osnovyanskyi district, near a residential building. As of now, we have information about four injured. Another strike occurred in the Kyiv district of the city, near one of the supermarkets — a gas station was damaged," he informed.

He later clarified that as a result of the attack, the city suffered damage to gas stations, service stations, private homes, and high-voltage transmission lines. There are also damages to multi-story and private houses, as well as garages. Information about 13 injured individuals has been reported.

Attack on Sumy Region

According to a report from the Sumy Military Administration, on the morning of October 21, the enemy carried out a massive aerial strike on the city of Sumy.

"The Russians directed 'Shaheds' at residential areas and critical infrastructure of the regional center. The consequences of the enemy attack are being clarified. Emergency rescue operations have begun," the statement said.

Attack on Zaporizhzhia

On October 21, Russia launched a missile strike on Zaporizhzhia. At least five people were injured from the enemy strike on Zaporizhzhia. This was reported by the head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional State Administration, Ivan Fedorov. A 49-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman sustained injuries and are in serious condition. Three others are in moderate condition.

Medical personnel are providing them with all necessary assistance.

According to Ivan Fedorov, the enemy attacked the city center, causing significant damage to numerous civilian facilities, including a dormitory, a kindergarten, and both single and multi-story buildings. Subsequently, it became known that there was another injured person.

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Attack in Odesa Region

The Armed Forces of Russia attacked the Odesa region with missiles and strike drones. As a result of the evening missile strike on port infrastructure, a fire broke out. This was reported by the chairman of the Odesa Regional State Administration, Oleg Kiper.

"Fortunately, there are no casualties or fatalities. Additionally, due to missile debris falling in the Odesa district, there was a fire in dry grass and an abandoned building, but no injuries were reported. Firefighters promptly extinguished the fires," he informed.

The head of the Odesa Regional State Administration added that after the missile attack, the Russians launched a drone strike, which was intercepted by our air defense forces.

Recall that on October 20, in Russia, near Bryansk, unknown individuals eliminated the war criminal Dmitry Golenkov, who participated in the bombing of Ukrainian cities Kremenchuk and Dnipro. He was killed with a hammer.