Two killed in 'massive' Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow region, says Russia
Summary
At least two people died and six were injured in a large drone attack on the Moscow region, according to Russian officials. Ukraine and Russia have been carrying out strikes against each other targeting energy, transport, and housing areas.Key Facts
- Russian Governor Andrei Vorobyev reported 249 drones were shot down during the attack on the Moscow region.
- The attack caused fires in residential houses, a warehouse, and damaged an oil refinery in Moscow.
- Flight restrictions were put in place at Sheremetyevo and Vnukovo airports after the attack.
- A 44-year-old woman died in Sofyino and an elderly man died in Orekhovo-Zuevo due to drone strikes.
- Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin confirmed damage to a building near a boulevard and an oil refinery facility.
- Ukrainian officials said seven people, including two children, were killed in Russian attacks in Kyiv and Sumy regions.
- Russia and Ukraine have increased strikes on energy facilities, transport hubs, and residential areas.
- Russian President Vladimir Putin began a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
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