Ukraine Launches Biggest Drone Attack on Moscow, Causing Unrest and Pressure on Putin
Tensions between Russia and Ukraine escalated yesterday as Ukraine launched its largest drone attack yet on Moscow, with 11 drones shot down while 34 targeted strategic locations across Russia. The attack, which lasted two hours, forced the temporary closure of three airports but resulted in no casualties or significant damage to buildings. The assault, which marked a significant increase in intensity from the eight-drones attack on Moscow in May last year, has put additional pressure on President Putin, who is already facing criticism over Ukraine's daring incursion into the Kursk region.
Key Takeaways:
- Ukraine launched 45 drones over Russia, with 11 shot down and 34 targeting strategic locations, including fuel dumps and military facilities.
- The attack on Moscow lasted two hours and forced the temporary closure of three airports, but resulted in no casualties or significant damage to buildings.
- President Putin is facing growing criticism over Ukraine's incursion into the Kursk region, with Moscow now conceding it will take "several months" to liberate the 92 settlements occupied by Ukraine.
- Ukraine has reinforced its positions in the Kursk region following the incursion on August 6, making it more challenging and resource-intensive for Russia to remove them.
- The attack on Moscow marked a significant increase in intensity from the eight-drones attack on the city in May last year.
- Moscow's forces have reportedly gained further ground in eastern Ukraine, while the situation remains tense in the Kursk region.
Statistics:
- 45 drones launched by Ukraine
- 11 drones shot down by Russia's air defences
- 34 drones targeted strategic locations across Russia
- 92 settlements occupied by Ukraine in the Kursk region
- 8 drones involved in Ukraine's attack on Moscow in May last year
- 3 airports temporarily closed during the ongoing attack on Moscow
- 2 hours duration of the attack on Moscow
Sources:
- news@dailymail.ie