Russia's $1.2B Attack on Ukraine Involves 127 Missiles, 109 Drones

Aug 26, 2024, 06:52 PM

On August 26, 2024, Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine, marking the most expensive assault since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. According to Forbes Ukraine, the attack cost Russia between $1.2 billion and $1.3 billion, a record high for the entire period of the war. The operation involved at least 127 missiles and 109 drones, targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure. The attack was significant not only for its cost but also for the scale of the resources deployed, with a total of 236 aerial assets used. Notably, 4% of all missiles ever shot down over Ukraine were intercepted during this attack.