Ukrainian forces continued drone attacks targeting Russian vessels on the Dnipro River on September 20th, employing anti-aircraft FPV drones. The specific timing and exact number of drones used were not detailed in the provided information, but the operation aimed to intercept and destroy Russian unmanned aerial vehicles. The operation involved strike UAVs and jet-powered UAVs, with approximate flight routes shared via social media, reportedly based on Russian sources. This action continues earlier reports from September 20th detailing similar strikes on Russian boats carrying infantry, which utilized automatic targeting systems. These events occur amidst broader regional security concerns. Previously on September 20th, Italian NATO fighter escorts were involved with Russian MiG-31 aircraft that violated Estonian airspace, leading Poland to increase its air defense readiness. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had also announced discussions with Poland and Romania concerning coordinated drone interception efforts in western Ukraine. Additionally, on September 20th, Ukrainian President Zelensky imposed new sanctions targeting pro-Russian propagandists and individuals operating in occupied territories. An analysis published on the same day suggested Russia's war economy is self-destructive in the long run despite current stabilization measures.
