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Major Ukrainian Drone Attack on Moscow
Russia claims to have thwarted a large-scale Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow and other Russian territories, raising concerns about the implications of the ongoing war and the upcoming US presidential transition.
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- How many Ukrainian drones did Russia claim to have intercepted?
- Russia claims to have intercepted 70 Ukrainian drones targeting Russian territory, including 34 aimed at Moscow, resulting in flight disruptions at three Moscow airports.
- How might Donald Trump's presidency impact the conflict in Ukraine?
- Concerns have been raised about the potential implications of Donald Trump's presidential win on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, especially considering his past statements about the war.
- What was the reported impact of the drone attacks on Moscow's airports?
- The attack is reported as one of the largest drone attacks on Moscow since the start of the war in February 2022, causing at least one injury.
- What is the significance of this drone attack compared to previous attacks?
- Following the drone attacks, Moscow's Domodedovo, Sheremetyevo, and Zhukovsky airports temporarily suspended flights, diverting at least 36 planes.
- What are the differing narratives from Russia and Ukraine regarding the purpose of the attacks?
- Ukraine alleges that the drone strikes targeted Russian weapons depots, while Russia accuses Ukraine of a terrorist attack.