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Night of reciprocal attacks – Ukraine reports nearly 160 Russian drones and missiles

Both sides reported large-scale attacks overnight into September 17. Ukraine reported damage, injuries and the death of a ship captain; a Russian governor confirmed a refinery fire in Yaroslavl.

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Illustrative image: view of Kyiv with smoke following attacks.
Illustrative image: view of Kyiv with smoke following attacks.

Both parties to the conflict are presented separately, followed by a factual neutral assessment.

Ukrainian account

Ukraine said Russia used nearly 160 drones as well as missiles during the night of September 16–17. Ukrainian authorities reported damage and injuries. They also said a civilian vessel was hit and its captain killed.

Russian account

A Russian governor confirmed a fire at a refinery in Yaroslavl. Russian officials also said military targets had been struck and 641 Ukrainian drones intercepted.

Neutral editorial assessment

The reciprocal attacks and the refinery fire reported by the Russian governor are confirmed. Ukraine’s reports of damage, injuries and the captain’s death, as well as Russia’s claims about military targets and 641 intercepted drones, have not been independently verified.

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