Russia fires nearly 400 drones at Ukraine with signs its spring offensive has started

Associated Press (AP) ConflictNews ReportEN 3 min read 100% complete by By ILLIA NOVIKOVMarch 24, 2026 at 12:23 PM

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On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, Russia launched a major drone and missile attack on Ukraine, killing four and injuring at least 27. Ukrainian officials reported that nearly 400 long-range drones were fired overnight, marking the largest attack in weeks. In addition to the drones, Russia launched 23 cruise missiles and seven ballistic missiles, hitting at least 10 locations across the country, including the capital, Kyiv. The attacks come amid signs that Russia is stepping up efforts to break through Ukrainian front-line defenses, potentially signaling the start of a spring offensive. The increased military activity occurs after U.S.-brokered talks failed to produce a ceasefire agreement.

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Key Claims (5)

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Russia rejecting Ukraine’s offer of a ceasefire.

factual90% confidence

Russian troops in recent days have made simultaneous attempts to break through defensive lines in several strategic areas.

quote — Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi90% confidence

Russia also launched 23 cruise missiles and seven ballistic missiles at Ukraine during the night.

factual — the air force90% confidence

A major Russian drone and missile attack on civilian areas of Ukraine killed four people and injured at least 27.

factual — officials90% confidence

Russia fired almost 400 long-range drones at Ukraine overnight.

factual — Ukraine’s air force90% confidence

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Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

Iran 40% Zaporizhzhia ×250% Oleksandr Syrskyi 50% Moscow ×260% Kyiv ×370% Russia ×690% Ukraine ×1095%

Keywords

russia-ukraine conflict 90% drone attack 80% spring offensive 70% cruise missiles 60% civilian areas 60% front-line defenses 50% ceasefire 40% ballistic missiles 40%

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Ukraine

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