Ukraine's Largest Drone Attack on Moscow to Date Strikes Multiple Regions

Ukraine launched its largest ever drone attack on Moscow, with Russian air defense destroying 11 drones targeting the capital. Despite the increased scale of the attack, no injuries or damage were reported. Kyiv has intensified air attacks in response to Russia's ongoing strikes on Ukrainian territory.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 21-08-2024 10:20 IST | Created: 21-08-2024 10:20 IST
Ukraine's Largest Drone Attack on Moscow to Date Strikes Multiple Regions
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Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow to date on Wednesday, according to the city's mayor, Sergei Sobyanin. Russian air defense reportedly destroyed 11 drones aimed at the capital, mitigating any injuries or damage.

Russian officials disclosed that multiple drones were intercepted over various regions, including Podolsk, Belgorod, Kaluga, and Kursk. The assault indicates a significant escalation from previous attacks, which typically involved fewer drones.

This latest assault comes amid heightened tensions, with Kyiv justifying its air raids as responses to ongoing Russian strikes against Ukraine. The Russian defense ministry's report did not include all regional attacks, as confirmed through various local governors' statements.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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