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Ukraine’s air defense system works in Kyiv region: all Shahed drones destroyed
On the evening of March 17, the Russian forces launched Shahed attacks drones in the Kyiv region, but Ukrainian air defense was operating and destroyed all air targets
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This was reported by the Kyiv Regional Military Administration.
"The enemy has once again launched Shahed barrage munitions in the direction of Kyiv. Our air defense forces destroyed all air targets. We thank them once again for their excellent work. As of this moment, there are no casualties or damage. The information is being updated," said Serhiy Popko, head of the Kyiv City Military Administration.
"Air defense is working! Please observe information silence. Do not film or post the operation of air defense systems and the consequences of enemy strikes," officials said in a statement.
The air raid alert in the Kyiv region was announced at 10:18 pm and lasted more than 3 hours.
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