Ukraine pummels Russian capital with what may be largest drone strike yet on Moscow

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1. 1h ago

   Ukraine Launches Largest-Ever Drone Offensive on Moscow

   Ukrainian drones struck a major oil refinery in Moscow on Thursday morning. The attack caused massive fires and sent black smoke across the city. Russian authorities shut down airports for several hours following the strike.

   What's confirmed:

   • Ukrainian drones hit a major oil refinery in Moscow on Thursday morning.
   • The attack caused fires and produced thick black smoke over the city.
   • Moscow airports were shut down for several hours.
   • This operation is described as the largest drone attack on the Russian capital since the full-scale war began.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Russia has pledged to carry out frequent and "massive group strikes" against Ukraine.
   • Scores of drones targeted Moscow overnight.
   confidence 95%
2. 3d ago

   Ukraine Launches Largest Drone Attack on Moscow Since Start of War

   Ukrainian drones struck a Moscow oil refinery on June 18, causing massive fires and shutting down four airports. This operation is described as the largest drone strike on the Russian capital since the full-scale invasion began. The assault resulted in at least 16 injuries and three deaths.

   What's confirmed:

   • Ukrainian drones hit an oil refinery in Moscow's Kapotnya District on June 18.
   • The attack caused massive fires and the closure of four airports.
   • At least 16 people were injured in the strike.
   • At least three people were killed in an overnight aerial assault.
   • The Moscow refinery was struck for the second time in one week.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Ukraine targeted Russia with more than 500 drones overnight.
   • A Ukrainian drone struck a bus carrying a Belarusian children's football team.
   • The strike shattered Putin's protective shell.
   confidence 90%