UAV event in Kyiv Oblast, Kyiv Reservoir area, Ukraine on Fri 20th February 2026

20th February 2026

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In the waters of the Kyiv Reservoir, sappers of the Chernihiv Region State Emergency Service destroyed a Russian UAV

The operation was complicated by the fact that the explosive object was located at a considerable distance from the shore, and the unstable ice cover did not allow safe movement on it. Therefore, using the Bogun snow and swamp vehicle, sappers were transported directly to the UAV.

After examining the find, specialists carried out its controlled destruction in compliance with all safety measures.

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Ukraine (UKR)

Kyiv Oblast ( Kyiv Reservoir area )

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