Massive Drone Attack on Russia’s Leningrad Region: Over 60 UAVs Shot Down in 24 Hours
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March 23, 2026
The Armed Forces of Ukraine launched a large-scale drone attack on Russia's Leningrad Region on Sunday, March 22, with strikes continuing until the morning of March 23. According to regional authorities, more than 60 unmanned aerial vehicles were destroyed within less than 24 hours.
Details of the Overnight Attack
Residents of the Leningrad Region reported hearing multiple explosions during the night in the area of Gatchina. According to eyewitnesses, the sounds were "deep and muffled,” triggering car alarms across nearby neighborhoods. Some residents also reported seeing flashes in the sky.
The governor of the region, Alexander Drozdenko, confirmed that several Ukrainian drones were shot down over the Gatchina district. He added that one of the attacks caused a shockwave that shattered windows in three apartments, while falling debris ignited dry grass.
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