Moscow Under Fire: 600 Drones Attack Russian Capital, Kyiv Hit by Missiles

POLICY WIRE — Moscow, Russia — In a significant escalation of hostilities, approximately 600 drones targeted the Moscow region overnight, resulting in injuries to three individuals, according to Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin. This attack coincides with a missile strike by Russian forces on Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital, which ignited fires in at least two districts, as reported by Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko.

Sobyanin confirmed the drone assault on his Telegram channel, stating, “Last night, around 600 drones attacked Moscow. Three people were injured.” He added that air defense systems were activated to counter the drones.

In Kyiv, Klitschko informed residents via Telegram that Russian missiles had struck the city, causing fires in multiple locations. Emergency services are currently responding to the incidents.

The simultaneous attacks highlight the intensifying nature of the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. This development follows a pattern of long-range attacks by both sides, aiming to disrupt the opponent’s infrastructure and morale.

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Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)