Russia escalates drone attacks on Ukraine with daytime Shahed waves

Russian forces are conducting massive coordinated waves of Shahed drone attacks against Ukraine during daylight hours, marking an emerging shift in aerial warfare tactics. Previously, such drone operations predominantly occurred at night. The escalation suggests Russia is adapting its strategy to saturate Ukrainian air defenses through sustained daytime assaults. The timing and coordination of these swarms present new challenges for Ukrainian air defense systems already stretched across multiple fronts. The shift indicates Russia aims to maintain continuous pressure on Ukrainian infrastructure and military targets.