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Ukraine warns of live warheads in downed drones

Ukrainian emergency services warn that downed Russian drones can retain live, highly dangerous warheads, posing a serious threat to civilians.

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Chernihiv Oblast, Ukraine
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Friday, 24 April 2026 at 20:08 UTC
Ukraine warns of live warheads in downed drones
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Ukrainian emergency services have issued a public warning about the dangers of downed Russian drone debris. The State Emergency Service of Ukraine (DSNS) stated that even after being shot down, Russian drones can retain live warheads that remain highly dangerous. Rescuers in Chernihiv Oblast recently neutralized hazardous remnants from a downed drone, highlighting the ongoing threat to civilians from unexploded ordnance.
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