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Russians endured a summer of turmoil with gas crisis and swarms of drones as the war came home

The attacks have intercepted more than 43,300 drones in three summer months, according to Defense Ministry data compiled by The Associated Press.

  • Nightly swarms of Ukrainian drones continue to disrupt Russian infrastructure, closing airports and setting ablaze warehouses of retail giants Wildberries and Ozon across the country.
  • Defense Ministry data shows over 43,300 drones were intercepted over Russia and Crimea this summer, a dramatic increase from about 7,700 in the same period last year.
  • Sociologists have tracked a worsening assessment of Russia's economic situation since last year, as travelers face canceled flights and entrepreneurs report destroyed inventory from the strikes.
  • On Tuesday, President Zelenskyy warned airlines operating in Russia that "Russian airspace will effectively be closing," while persistent rumors of a new troop mobilization fuel public nervousness.
  • As the State Duma election approaches September 18-20, President Vladimir Putin's approval rating fell to 76% in August from 87% in September 2025, reflecting war fatigue among Russians.
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Ukraine's drone attacks caused turmoil for Russians throughout summer

There were long lines at gas pumps, turning each fill-up into an ordeal. Flights to vacation destinations were canceled, delayed or rerouted. Online orders were disrupted as e-commerce hubs were set ablaze by buzzing drones.

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