Russia launched a record 6,443 drones and missiles into Ukraine in July, a 13% increase from June. These attacks, primarily using Iranian-designed Shahed drones, target Ukrainian cities and infrastructure, causing significant civilian casualties. While Ukraine intercepts a significant number of these projectiles, the sheer volume and evolving sophistication of Russian drones pose a major challenge. Russia's drone production capacity is increasing, potentially reaching 1,000-2,000 drones daily, creating a long-term threat. Despite Ukrainian counter-attacks, targeting Russian drone factories proves difficult.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.