Russia reports destruction of 505 Ukrainian UAVs and cargo ship strike

The Russian Ministry of Defense reported significant military actions targeting Ukrainian assets. According to a statement released on Friday, Russian air defense forces intercepted and destroyed 505 Ukrainian aircraft-type unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) during an overnight period between October 8 and October 9.

Additionally, the Russian armed forces conducted a strike against a dry cargo ship in the Black Sea. The ministry stated that the vessel was delivering supplies to the port of Chernomorsk for the Ukrainian armed forces when it was struck during sea passage.