Drone Attacks
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Six killed, dozens injured as Russia fires 800 drones at Ukraine despite talks of possible peace
World | May 14, 2026, 07:33 AM ISTThe attack began in midmorning and lasted for hours in the capital of Kyiv, the western city of Lviv near Poland, and the port of Odesa on the Black Sea, among other population centres, Zelanskyy said on the Telegram messaging app.
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3 Indians injured in suspected Iranian strike in UAE's Fujairah; MEA calls incident 'unacceptable'
India | May 05, 2026, 10:37 AM ISTIn a statement posted on X, the Indian Embassy in the UAE confirmed the injuries and said it is in touch with local authorities to ensure the affected individuals receive appropriate medical treatment and assistance.
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Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Updates: Trump says Iran war largely over, nuclear threat eliminated
World | Mar 17, 2026, 11:45 PM ISTIran war LIVE: The war has killed at least 1,300 people in Iran, around 850 in Lebanon and 12 in Israel, according to officials. The US military has said that 13 American service members have been killed and about 200 others wounded.
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US Embassy in Riyadh hit by two Iranian drones; Trump says 'you'll soon find out response' | Video
World | Mar 03, 2026, 07:07 AM ISTA Saudi defence ministry spokesman said that an attack involving two drones on the US Embassy in Riyadh triggered a fire at the diplomatic compound.
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Russia launches 479 drones in largest overnight attack on Ukraine amid stalled peace talks
World | Jun 09, 2025, 06:10 PM ISTRussia launched its largest drone attack of the war on Ukraine, firing 479 drones and 20 missiles amid stalled peace talks and escalating frontline battles.
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Will Putin respond to Ukraine's drone strikes with a 'Super Weapon'? List of arms not used by Russia
World | Jun 02, 2025, 02:26 PM ISTRussia's 'Super Weapons' are designed to bypass missile defenses and carry nuclear payloads over vast distances, making them highly lethal and strategically significant.
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Pakistan used civilian flights as shield during drone attacks, did not close airspace: India
India | May 09, 2025, 07:46 PM ISTIndia accused Pakistan of using civilian flights as cover during failed drone attacks, warning of serious risks and consequences amid rising border tensions.
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Ukraine-US talks begin in Jeddah amid drone attacks on Russia
World | Mar 11, 2025, 04:06 PM ISTHigh-level talks between Ukraine and the US opened in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, amid a wave of Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian territory. The talks, involving US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Ukrainian officials, come as Kyiv pushes for a ceasefire and a new minerals agreement with the US.
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Manipur: Anti-drone system deployed in northeastern state after attacks on civilians | VIDEO
Manipur | Sep 08, 2024, 08:31 AM ISTManipur drone attacks: Multiple drones were sighted at Narainsena and Nambol Kamong in the Bishnupur district and Pukhao, Dolaithabi and Shantipur in Imphal East district creating panic among residents.
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Russia fires huge drone and missile salvo at Ukraine for second consecutive day, six killed
World | Aug 28, 2024, 06:20 AM ISTThis came a day after Russia pummelled Ukraine with over 200 missiles and drones on Monday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy promised to retaliate against the attacks while his troops have made gains in Russia's Kursk region.
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Russia claims to have shot down 50 Ukrainian drones targeting country's power stations, 2 killed
World | Apr 20, 2024, 03:51 PM ISTRussian forces slowly push forward along the around 1,000-kilometre front line as Ukraine is running out of options due to low ammunition and troops. Intense drone and artillery battles are raging across Ukraine as the war has now entered its third year.
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No immediate plans for retaliation, says senior Iranian official after reported Israeli attack
World | Apr 19, 2024, 02:57 PM ISTIsrael reportedly launched a drone attack in a tit-for-tat response to Iran's 300 missiles and drones fired on Saturday as tensions escalate in the Middle East. However, Iran has denied any external attack and says it shot down all drones over Isfahan.
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Ukrainian sea drones down Russian warship in Black Sea, says military | WATCH
World | Mar 06, 2024, 08:26 AM ISTUkraine has stepped up attacks on fleets in the Black Sea and Crimea recently, pushing back against Moscow despite the enormous military firepower of Russia. Last month, Ukrainian naval drones sank Russia's Caesar Kunikov amphibious landing ship. providing a morale boost for Kyiv.
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US, UK forces shoot down largest Houthi missile and drone attacks in Red Sea, no damage reported
World | Jan 10, 2024, 02:07 PM ISTThe US Central Command said 18 drones, two anti-ship cruise missiles and one anti-ship ballistic missile were shot down by the US and UK forces. The Houthis have vowed to continue attacks until Israel halts the conflict in Gaza, and threatened to attack US warships if the militia group was targeted.
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Russia launches biggest aerial attack with 122 missiles, 36 drones towards Ukraine, 31 killed
World | Dec 30, 2023, 12:27 PM ISTAir Force commander Mykola Oleshchuk described the barrage as the "most massive aerial attack" on his official Telegram since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February last year. At least 88 people were injured and an unknown number were buried under rubble during the 18-hour Russian attack.
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Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels attack Israel with drones and missiles, promise further strikes
World | Oct 31, 2023, 09:57 PM ISTThe Houthis attacked Israel with ballistic missiles and drones as per "demands of Yemeni people" for the latter's actions in Gaza. This was the third Houthi attack against Israel since the October 7 and threatens to expand the current conflict in the Middle East.
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2 killed in Kyiv in retaliatory strikes after Ukraine launches largest drone strike towards Russia
World | Aug 30, 2023, 08:45 PM ISTThe deceased in Kyiv were two security guards aged 26 and 36 years, while three people sustained injuries from falling debris, according to the city's Military Administration.
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Russia launched 'biggest drone attack' on Ukrainian capital before Kyiv Day; Zelenskyy fumes
World | May 28, 2023, 11:46 PM ISTThe attack lasted more than five hours, with air defence reportedly shooting down more than 40 drones.
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Yemen's Houthis claim launching 14 bomb-laden drones against Saudi airports, Aramco refineries
World | Nov 21, 2021, 07:25 AM ISTThe Iran-backed Houthi militia has recently intensified cross-border missile and drone attacks.
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Drones target northern Iraqi airport after 2 month lull
World | Sep 13, 2021, 09:25 AM ISTKurdistan’s Counter-Terrorism Service said at least two drones carrying explosives targeted the airport in a statement. It said the attack did not lead to any casualties.