"Intense Drone Warfare Erupts in Russian-Occupied Crimea and Ukraine's East"

Explosions and gunfire were reported in Yevpatoriya, a city in Russian-occupied Crimea, as Russian air defense systems fired on drones. Locals also reported flashes and explosions in Chornomorske, another city in Crimea. The Russian Ministry of Defense claimed to have shot down 36 drones, but reports suggest that some drones continue to fly over the area, causing fear among residents who are forced to hide in basements with their children. Crimea has been regularly targeted by drones and missiles in recent months, with previous attacks including the destruction of a Russian air defense system and missile strikes on the Russian Black Sea Fleet headquarters.