Daytime Attack on November 10: Russia Uses 155 Drones, Including Banderoles, Air Defense Shoots Down 138 Targets

During the daytime hours of November 10, 2026, Russia launched a massive drone strike against Ukraine. According to data published by the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Telegram and reported by RBC-Ukraine, the enemy used 155 drones of various types throughout the day, including the so-called Banderoles. The vast majority of targets, according to preliminary data, were neutralized by air defense systems.

Chronology of the Daytime Wave

The attack unfolded between 06:30 and 19:00. According to preliminary data from the Air Force, air defense forces shot down or suppressed 124 drones during this period, 73 of which were jet-powered, as well as 14 Banderol/Dan-T type devices. Thus, based on the figures available at the time of publication, 138 targets out of the declared 155 were neutralized. The agency emphasized that several enemy UAVs remained in the airspace and «combat work is ongoing», which explains the difference between the number of launched and downed devices.

Nighttime Context: Ballistic Missile and 162 Drones

The daytime wave was a continuation of the nighttime strike. According to previously published data by RBC-Ukraine, on the night of November 10, Russia launched a ballistic missile and 162 drones at Ukraine. Air defense forces neutralized 135 drones, while hits were recorded in 19 locations. The combination of the nighttime and daytime strikes indicates a high intensity of unmanned system deployment within a single 24-hour period.

Trend of the Past Day

To get a complete picture, it is also important to consider the preceding night. On November 9, Russia attacked Ukraine with 317 drones, 105 of which were jet-powered. Defense forces shot down or suppressed most targets, but according to sources, «impacts» were also noted. Thus, over the course of two days (the night of the 9th and the day of November 10th), a series of massive attacks was recorded with a total number of deployed drones numbering in the hundreds.

Air Force Warning

Concluding the summary of the daytime attack, the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine warned citizens: «Several enemy UAVs are in the airspace, combat work is ongoing! Do not ignore the alert!». The agency urged compliance with safety rules during air raids until an official all-clear is announced. All cited figures are preliminary and based on the statement of one side of the conflict — the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.