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Ukraine targets Moscow with 200 drones in large-scale attack, mayor says
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Key Points:
- At least 200 Ukrainian drones targeted Moscow overnight, with most intercepted by Russian air defenses, according to Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin, highlighting an intensified drone campaign by Kyiv against Russian cities.
- Russia's Defense Ministry reported downing at least 375 Ukrainian drones across 18 regions, including Moscow and Crimea, demonstrating the widespread nature of Ukraine's drone strikes.
- Moscow has faced over 1,200 drone attacks in the past week alone, with 191 intercepted near the city, indicating a significant escalation compared to previous years.
- Ukrainian strikes also targeted the Engels-2 airbase in Saratov, a strategic hub for Russian long-range aviation, causing temporary flight restrictions at multiple Russian airports.
- Meanwhile, Russia launched missile and drone attacks on Ukraine, killing at least two people in Kyiv and hitting multiple regions, as President Zelenskyy emphasized Ukraine's resolve to respond to Russian aggression.
