Russia Reports 605 Drones Downed as Ukraine Accuses It Over Kherson Attack

The Story in Brief

Russia’s Defence Ministry said its forces shot down 605 Ukrainian drones overnight over Russian territory and Crimea on August 6, 2026. Authorities in Tver said debris slightly damaged a Wildberries logistics centre, without causing injuries. Yaroslavl’s governor said 92 drones were downed there, while debris caused fires in homes and damaged cars.

Separately, Ukraine accused Russia of a war crime after a video appeared to show a drone chasing and injuring a vegetable seller in Kherson on August 4. Ukrainian police said the 52-year-old man survived. Reuters verified the location but not the date. Russia had not responded. Both countries deny targeting civilians.

The Indian Opinion

The reports show how drone warfare is increasingly affecting civilian areas and businesses. However, the available evidence remains incomplete. Reuters confirmed the Kherson location but could not verify the date, while Russia had not commented. Claims by either side may reflect wartime messaging. Independent investigations are needed before firm conclusions are made about responsibility or possible war crimes.

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