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Ukrainian defense advisor injured in drone attack

A Ukrainian defense advisor was injured when Russian Shahed drones targeted his home, with one drone hitting its target.

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Serhii Beskrestnov, an advisor to Ukraine's Defense Minister, was injured in a drone attack on his home. He stated that four Russian Shahed drones were launched at his residence, with one successfully hitting its target. Beskrestnov confirmed the Russians attempted to kill him during the nighttime attack, though he survived with injuries. The incident highlights the ongoing targeting of Ukrainian officials and military personnel by Russian forces.
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