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Ukraine launches massive drone strikes hitting Moscow region and oil refinery
Reported by Tanvi Pillai (Section Editor) · Google News - Australia World ·
Confirmed by a second source: BBC News - World
Representative image · Wikimedia CommonsUkraine launched a massive drone attack targeting Moscow on the final day of Russian elections, resulting in three deaths in the Moscow region and a strike on an oil refinery in the capital. Russian authorities reported that the barrage involved over one thousand drones, marking the largest such assault on the city to date.
ExplainerWhy this matters
What Happened
Ukraine carried out a large drone attack on Moscow during the final day of the Russian elections, causing multiple deaths and hitting an oil refinery.
Why It Matters
This massive strike demonstrates a notable escalation in the conflict, showing that Ukrainian forces can reach deep into the Russian capital and target critical infrastructure like oil facilities during a major political event.
What Happens Next
It is not yet known how Russia will retaliate or how security measures around Moscow and other major cities will change in response to this large-scale aerial assault.
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