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Ukraine's Major Drone Attack on Moscow
Ukraine launched a large-scale drone attack on Moscow, causing damage and prompting retaliatory actions from Russia.
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Russia Ukraine WarWarConflictEscalationDrone WarfareMilitary Action
CnnMinistry Of Defense Of RussiaTassUkrainian Air Force Command
Andrey VorobyovVolodymyr Zelensky
- What was Russia's response to the drone attack?
- In a retaliatory action, Russia launched a record 145 drones against Ukraine the previous night, resulting in widespread attacks across several Ukrainian regions. Ukrainian forces claim to have intercepted the majority of them.
- What were the immediate consequences for air travel in Moscow?
- Following the drone attack, Moscow temporarily restricted flights at Domodedovo and Zhukovsky airports. These restrictions were lifted later in the morning.
- What is the broader significance of this exchange of drone attacks?
- The exchange of drone attacks between Russia and Ukraine highlights the escalating conflict and the increasing use of unmanned aerial vehicles in modern warfare. Both sides claim to have successfully defended against the attacks, but the damage inflicted raises concerns.
- What was the scale and impact of the recent drone attack on Moscow?
- Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow since the war began, targeting two airports and causing temporary flight restrictions. Russian air defenses intercepted all 34 drones, but resulting debris caused damage and injuries.
- What were the casualties and damages resulting from the drone attack?
- The attack resulted in a 52-year-old woman suffering burns and being hospitalized. Two houses in Ramenskoye were also damaged by drone debris. This is the largest drone attack on Moscow to date.