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Russia launched a record number of drones at Ukraine in March, while missile attacks decreased. Ukraine intercepted nearly 90% of incoming drones and missiles. The EU remains committed to supporting Ukraine, though Hungary continues to block a major financial loan. Commemorations in Bucha highlight ongoing calls for accountability for war crimes, with international investigations and wanted notices for Russian soldiers. Russia is recruiting students for its drone forces, offering significant incentives.

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Russia fired record number of drones at Ukraine in March, data show

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  • Russia launched a record 6,462 drones at Ukraine in March 14s
  • Drone attacks increased by nearly 28% over February 14s
  • Russian missile launches dropped by about 52% in March 30s
  • Ukraine intercepted nearly 90% of drones and missiles 36s
  • Ukraine deployed interceptor drones to counter Russian attacks 54s
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Russia fired record number of drones at Ukraine in March, data show
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Euronews
3 hours ago
Russia fired record number of drones at Ukraine in March, data show

Russia fired more drones at Ukraine in March than any previous month since its 2022 invasion, with 6,462 long-range drones launched and 138 missiles, a 52% decrease from February.

Russia fired record number of drones at Ukraine in March, data show
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Euronews
3 hours ago
Russia fired record number of drones at Ukraine in March, data show

Ukraine's air force reported intercepting nearly 90% of Russian drones and missiles, the highest rate since February 2025.

Russia fired record number of drones at Ukraine in March, data show
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Euronews
3 hours ago
Russia fired record number of drones at Ukraine in March, data show

Ukraine has scaled up air defences, deploying cost-effective interceptor drones to counter Russian attacks.

Russia woos students for drone forces with lavish financial packages
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Reuters
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Russia woos students for drone forces with lavish financial packages

Russia is recruiting students for its drone units in Ukraine, offering large financial incentives to those in technical fields.

EU shows support to Ukraine at Bucha commemoration
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France 24
2 days ago
EU shows support to Ukraine at Bucha commemoration

EU officials pledged continued support for Bucha residents, with ongoing justice efforts and Ukraine seeking an International Criminal Court investigation.

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2 days ago
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EU leaders reaffirmed ongoing military, financial, energy, and humanitarian support to Ukraine, emphasizing accountability for lasting peace.

Ukraine's Bucha commemorates four years since massacre
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