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Russian forces launched another massive aerial barrage overnight into February 13, firing 219 drones, 24 ballistic missiles, and one guided aircraft missile at Ukrainian energy and port infrastructure, killing at least six civilians amid widespread blackouts. Ukrainian Unmanned Systems Forces retaliated with drone strikes on a Russian airfield in occupied Crimea and targets in Volgograd region. Syrian forces maintain control of Al-Tanf base post-US withdrawal with no new clashes reported.
📍 Odesa region, Ukraine📍 Crimea📍 Volgograd Oblast, Russia📍 Al-Tanf, Syria
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Russian Aerospace Forces executed a large-scale assault using approximately 219 Shahed-type drones, 24 ballistic missiles, and one Kh-59 guided missile, primarily targeting energy facilities and ports in Odesa, Kyiv, Dnipro, and other regions. Ukrainian Air Force and mobile fire groups intercepted the majority, though exact figures remain unconfirmed; casualties include at least six civilians killed and dozens injured. In response, Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces struck the Saky airfield in Crimea, destroying hangars and ammunition depots, alongside hits on occupied territories. Russian sources reported Ukrainian drones targeting residential areas and enterprises in Volgograd Oblast.
This third consecutive barrage intensifies pressure on Ukraine's power grid and logistics networks ahead of the Munich Security Conference, testing air defense stocks and resilience. Mutual long-range strikes signal a tit-for-tat escalation phase, with potential for increased civilian toll and infrastructure collapse, though regional spillover remains contained to the Black Sea theater. In Syria, Syrian Arab Army consolidation at Al-Tanf proceeds without incident, reducing immediate U.S. exposure.
Likely Russian follow-on strikes persist; key intelligence gaps include precise interception rates, target damage, and Ukrainian drone effectiveness. Monitor for diplomatic breakthroughs amid U.S.-brokered talks.