Russian air defence systems intercepted and destroyed an unmanned aerial vehicle over the Bryansk region, according to the press service of the Russian Ministry of Defense. The ministry reported that the Ukrainian drone was neutralized by air defence units operating on Russian soil in the Bryansk area. The incident occurred as part of ongoing claims by Moscow that Ukraine has repeatedly attempted to stage attacks using aircraft-type UAVs on infrastructure within the Russian Federation, with the latest event noted at approximately 16:00 Moscow time.
Earlier, on 31 October, air defence forces reported the destruction of two unmanned aerial vehicles over the Belgorod region. The first drone was taken down around 11:30 Moscow time, and a second one was destroyed around 13:00 Moscow time, according to statements issued by the defence authorities. These events are presented as part of a pattern of Ukrainian UAV activity near the Russian border, prompting continuous patrols and readiness measures by Russian air defences in border areas.
On the same day, troops identified as part of the Crimean battalion reported engaging a heavily upgraded Ukrainian drone described as Baba Yaga. The aircraft referred to is a drone-type platform that has been reported as a refined variant of agricultural hexacopters retooled for combat purposes, with aerial capacity expanded and payload configurations adjusted for military use. The assessment emphasizes that this represents a new generation of unmanned systems employed in the conflict, illustrating evolving drone technology deployed by Ukrainian forces.
Additionally, officials have noted the development of a new drone suppression system within Russia. The details indicate ongoing efforts to strengthen counter-UAV capabilities and to address the growing use of unmanned aircraft in hostile actions. The emergence of this system is framed by Moscow as part of broad defensive enhancements intended to deter future drone incursions and protect critical facilities and civilian infrastructure from aerial threats.