Reports from official channels indicate that two unmanned aerial vehicles were brought down by air defenses in the western part of the peninsula. The administration stressed that the information should come from verified state sources and urged residents to rely on official statements as the situation develops.
In a subsequent update, the regional authorities confirmed that two more enemy aircraft were intercepted over western Crimea. The message underscored the importance of confirming details through authoritative outlets and asked the public to exercise caution while awaiting formal disclosures.
Earlier, the former regional leadership acknowledged a Ukrainian drone was shot down in the northwestern sector of Crimea, noting the incident as part of ongoing border and security operations.
On September 8, an official declaration stated that a Ukrainian armed forces drone was eliminated in the region. Citizens were advised to stay calm and to rely on information released by official channels only, avoiding unverified reports circulating on social platforms.
Prior to this, officials explained that heightened measures were adopted to safeguard railway infrastructure in Crimea following assessments by national security services. The focus remained on preventing threats to critical transportation facilities and maintaining public safety.
Later on September 9, the defense ministry reported that Russian forces repelled an attack on the Crimean Bridge involving three unmanned semi-submersible vessels operated by Ukrainian troops. The incident was described as promptly contained, with continuous monitoring of the area by security units.
Earlier on September 1, updates indicated another attempt to strike the Crimean Bridge using a semi-submersible unmanned boat, which was thwarted before causing damage. The authorities reiterated a commitment to preventing such assaults and to securing critical infrastructure against evolving threats.
In the days that followed, Russia announced the implementation of a new drone suppression system intended to enhance air defense capabilities across strategic coastal regions. The system is part of broader efforts to deter aerial incursions and protect civilian and economic assets in Crimea.