Russian occupiers have shifted their drone attack strategy, now launching Shahed drones in coordinated swarms rather than sending them one by one. According to Bild military analyst Julian Röpke, the drones first gather at an altitude of up to 3 km several kilometers away from their target before simultaneously diving in—a tactic designed to overwhelm air defenses.
Ukraine is already developing countermeasures to neutralize this new threat.
Kryvyi Rih Hit by Ballistic Missile: Civilian Areas Targeted
Meanwhile, Russian forces continue terror attacks on Ukrainian cities. On July 3, an Iskander-M ballistic missile struck Kryvyi Rih, causing significant damage.
Key Details:
- Residential areas hit – Apartment buildings and private homes damaged.
- 8 injured, 3 hospitalized in moderate condition.
- Major destruction – Fires broke out, critical infrastructure damaged.
Oleksandr Vilkul, head of the city’s defense council, confirmed that emergency crews are working to restore utilities and assist residents with temporary repairs.
Dnipro Casualties Rise
The number of wounded from earlier attacks in Dnipro has increased:
- 24 injured, 9 requiring hospitalization.