UkraineZaporizhzhia region, Ukraine
Russian drones destroy Ukrainian artillery in Zaporizhzhia
Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 15:50 UTC · 1 source
Russian strike UAV operators from the 'Vostok' group have destroyed multiple Ukrainian artillery systems in the Zaporizhzhia region. During aerial reconnaissance, the unit identified positions of Ukrainian Grad multiple-launch rocket systems and a British-made self-propelled artillery unit. Operators used precise targeting data to deploy strike drones and Lancet loitering munitions, scoring direct hits that caused powerful secondary detonations. The Russian military claims the operation significantly reduced the intensity of enemy fire, allowing their assault units to advance more effectively.
Key Details
Targets: Grad MLRS, British-made self-propelled artillery unit
Weapons used: Strike drones, Lancet loitering munitions
Sources
Cycle: Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 15:50 UTC · First reported: 8h ago