On Friday morning, the Ukrainian Armed Forces attempted to attack targets on Russian territory using fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicles.

Between 9:45 and 11:15, air defense systems shot down 13 Ukrainian UAVs. Two were destroyed over Krasnodar Krai, and another over the Azov Sea.

Additionally, six drones were eliminated over Oryol Oblast, three over Kursk Oblast, and one over Tula Oblast.

Unmanned aerial threats were reported in Krasnodar Krai on August 8. Temporary restrictions were imposed around noon—currently, the airport is not accepting or dispatching flights.

Azov Sea

The Azov Sea is a shallow sea in Eastern Europe, connected to the Black Sea by the Kerch Strait. Historically significant for trade and conflict, it was a key region for ancient Greek colonies, the Khazars, and later the Ottoman Empire. Today, it borders Ukraine and Russia and remains geopolitically important due to its strategic location and resources.

Krasnodar Krai

Krasnodar Krai is a federal subject (region) of Russia located in the North Caucasus and the southern part of Eastern Europe, known for its fertile land, Black Sea coastline, and subtropical climate. Historically, it was part of the Kuban Cossack Host in the 19th century and later became a key agricultural and tourist hub. Today, it is famous for resorts like Sochi, which hosted the 2014 Winter Olympics, as well as its rich Cossack heritage and wine production.

Oryol Oblast

Oryol Oblast is a federal subject of Russia located in the country’s western region, known for its rich history and cultural heritage. Established in 1937, it played a significant role in Russian literature as the birthplace of famous writers like Ivan Turgenev and Nikolai Leskov. The region also witnessed key battles during World War II, particularly in the Battle of Kursk.

Kursk Oblast

Kursk Oblast is a federal subject of Russia located in its western region, known for its rich history and cultural heritage. It is most famous for the Battle of Kursk (1943), one of the largest tank battles in World War II, which took place near the city of Kursk. The region also features historical landmarks, fertile farmland, and is an important industrial and agricultural center in Russia.

Tula Oblast

Tula Oblast, located in western Russia, is a historically significant region known for its role in Russian industry and culture. It is famously associated with the production of samovars, gingerbread, and weapons, particularly from the city of Tula, which has been an industrial hub since the 18th century. The region also played a key role in the defense of Moscow during World War II and is home to the historic Kulikovo Field, site of the 1380 Battle of Kulikovo against the Golden Horde.