Ukraine launched a massive drone strike on Moscow today, with at least 34 drones targeting the Russian capital, making it the largest drone attack since the war began in 2022. Russian air defenses managed to destroy 36 more drones in other parts of Western Russia within just three hours ¹.
The attack led to flights being diverted from three major Moscow airports, and unfortunately, at least one person was injured. This isn’t the first time Moscow has been targeted by drones; there have been several incidents since May 2023 ¹.
Key Points About the Attack:
- Number of Drones: At least 34 drones targeted Moscow.
- Russian Response: Russian air defenses destroyed 36 additional drones in Western Russia.
- Impact: Flights diverted from three major airports, and one injury reported.
- Previous Attacks: Moscow has faced drone strikes before, with notable incidents in May and June 2023