Ukraine destroys scores of Russian drones as long-range attacks continue

Ukrainian air defence intercepts a Shahed drone mid-air during a Russia aerial attack on Kyiv on Saturday (Evgeniy Maloletka/AP)

Scores of drones were shot down over Ukraine on Saturday as the country continues to face increased long-range bombardment from invading Russian forces.

The Ukrainian Air Force said 67 drones were launched over the country overnight, with air defences active in 11 regions, including in the capital, Kyiv. Fifty-eight drones were shot down, with three more destroyed by electronic weapons systems, it said.