Moscow hit by largest Ukrainian attack since start of Russia's full-scale war
Ukrainian drones have targeted warehouses of Russia's largest online retailer, Wildberries, prompting some Russian firms to seek relocation to Kazakhstan. These attacks follow a 40-day campaign against energy and military infrastructure. Meanwhile, Russia launched missile and glide bomb strikes on Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia, killing eight people and injuring 25. Russia utilized Zircon and North Korean ballistic missiles in these latest attacks on Ukrainian cities.
What changed
Ukraine expanded its strike campaign to include Wildberries warehouses while Russia utilized North Korean and Zircon missiles in strikes on Zaporizhzhia and Kyiv.
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Ukraine targets Russian e-commerce as Russia strikes Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia
Ukrainian drones have targeted warehouses of Russia's largest online retailer, Wildberries, prompting some Russian firms to seek relocation to Kazakhstan. These attacks follow a 40-day campaign against energy and military infrastructure. Meanwhile, Russia launched missile and glide bomb strikes on Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia, killing eight people and injuring 25. Russia utilized Zircon and North Korean ballistic missiles in these latest attacks on Ukrainian cities.
Why it matters
Kyiv is expanding its target list to include commercial logistics to pressure the Russian economy. Moscow continues to retaliate by striking civilian infrastructure and urban centers with advanced missile systems.
What is confirmed
- Russian strikes on Zaporizhzhia and Kyiv killed eight people and injured 25.
- Ukraine has targeted the warehouses of Russia's largest online retailer.
Still unconfirmed
- Russian retailers are attempting to relocate facilities to Kazakhstan to avoid Ukrainian strikes.
What to watch next
- Kazakhstan's formal decision on hosting Russian retail facilities
- Further evidence of North Korean missile usage in Russian strikes
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Ukraine Completes Largest Deep-Strike Campaign Against Russian Strategic Sites
Ukraine finished a 40-day strike campaign hitting over 100 strategic Russian targets, including all major oil refineries, military facilities, and air bases. This offensive follows previous strikes on the Engels air base and refineries in Saratov and Bashkortostan. Simultaneously, Russia targeted Ukrainian retail and industrial supply chains, destroying warehouses for Nova Poshta, Epicentr, Silpo, and Novus, killing at least 10 people. Russia is also selling gold reserves in 2026 to address a large budget deficit, while Ukrainian drone tactics are reportedly being studied by Colombian cartels.
Why it matters
The escalation marks a shift toward hitting Russia's economic heartland to pressure the Kremlin. Russia has responded by targeting civilian logistics and cultural assets, including the destruction of millions of books. This cycle of deep strikes aims to degrade military capabilities and industrial output on both sides.
Still unconfirmed
- Russian strikes destroyed nearly 10 million books since May, representing 74% of Ukraine's 2026 book output.
- Russian attacks on warehouses run by Nova Poshta, Epicentr, Silpo, and Novus killed at least 10 people.
- Ukraine's 40-day campaign targeted more than 100 strategic Russian sites, including every major oil refinery.
- The Kremlin sold significant gold reserves in 2026 to offset a big budget deficit.
- Colombian cartels and armed groups are sending fighters to Ukraine to learn drone warfare.
What to watch next
- Official Russian government confirmation of the scale of refinery damage.
- Reports on the impact of warehouse destructions on Ukrainian food and goods distribution.
- Data on the total volume of gold reserves sold by Russia in 2026.
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Ukraine expands drone strikes to Russian bomber base and refineries
Ukraine launched coordinated overnight attacks against the Engels air base, a strategic bomber hub, and Russian oil infrastructure. Long-range drones hit a refinery in Bashkortostan located 1,700 km from Ukraine, while other strikes targeted the Saratov Oil Refinery. These operations coincide with a surge in drone attacks on Moscow, which has seen more strikes since the start of 2026 than in all of 2025. The campaign has brought the physical impact of the war to Russia's most affluent cities, leading some of Vladimir Putin's supporters to question the conflict.
Why it matters
These strikes signal a shift in Ukrainian strategy to target deep-tier military and industrial assets. By hitting strategic bomber bases and energy refineries, Ukraine aims to degrade Russia's aerial capabilities and economic revenue. The increasing frequency of attacks on the capital disrupts the perceived safety of the Russian interior.
What is confirmed
- Ukraine conducted overnight strikes on the Engels air base and the Saratov Oil Refinery.
- Long-range drones struck a refinery in Bashkortostan 1,700 km away.
- Moscow has experienced more Ukrainian drone attacks since the start of 2026 than in the entirety of 2025.
Still unconfirmed
- Supporters of Vladimir Putin in Russia's largest cities are beginning to question the war.
- People in Russia's most affluent cities were previously shielded from the impacts of the invasion.
What to watch next
- Russian military response to the strikes on the Engels bomber base
- Further reports on the operational status of the Bashkortostan and Saratov refineries
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- www.kyivpost.com — General Staff Confirms Strikes on Engels Airbase and Saratov Refinery
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Moscow drone strikes follow largest Ukrainian attack since war start
Ukraine launched multiple waves of drone strikes against Moscow starting Monday night, marking the largest attack of its kind since the start of the full-scale war. The strikes hit a major Russian satellite communication center for the second time in about a week. Casualties include the death of a 6-month-old infant and three other injured people. While the strikes target infrastructure, the broader conflict now involves international tension as the US Senate recently approved sanctions against Russia that also target China and India.
Why it matters
These attacks signal a shift in Ukrainian capabilities to strike deep within Russian territory. The timing coincides with increased US legislative action against Russian allies. This escalation occurs as Russia accuses the EU of preparing for war.
Still unconfirmed
- Iran is demanding compensation for a ship sunk by Ukraine in the Caspian Sea.
- President Zelensky requested 200 Patriot missiles from the United States.
- Netanyahu refused to meet Zelensky in Washington according to Haaretz.
- Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko claims the EU is focused on militarization and the demonization of Russia.
- Jake Werner of the Quincy Institute suggests the US sanctions bill could trigger a crisis in US-China relations.
- Medvedev stated there is no mobilization in sight.
What to watch next
- Official Russian casualty reports beyond the 6-month-old
- China's formal response to the US sanctions bill
- Confirmation of ship losses in the Caspian Sea
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Ukraine Hits Russian Satellite Center in Large Moscow Drone Attack
Ukraine launched several waves of drone strikes against Moscow starting Monday night. One of Russia's largest satellite communication centers was hit for the second time in just over a week. A 6-month-old died and three people were injured during the attack.
What's confirmed:
- The mayor of Moscow stated at least 61 Ukrainian drones were shot down in the capital region.
- Ukraine hit one of Russia's largest satellite communication centers for the second time in just over a week.
- Drone strikes occurred in several waves starting Monday night.
Still unconfirmed:
- A 6-month-old died and three people were injured in the attack.
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Ukraine Launches Largest Drone Strike on Moscow Since Full-Scale Invasion
Ukraine attacked Moscow on June 18, 2026, with nearly 200 drones. The strike hit a shopping center and the Moscow Oil Refinery in the Kapotnya district. Thick black smoke and soot covered the city as four airports paused flights.
What's confirmed:
- Ukraine launched nearly 200 drones at Moscow on June 18, 2026.
- The attack hit a shopping center and the Moscow Oil Refinery in the Kapotnya district.
- Four Moscow airports temporarily suspended flights during the strike.
- The strike caused significant fires and black soot to rain down on the city.
Still unconfirmed:
- Russian trust in President Vladimir Putin fell to 69% according to a Public Opinion Foundation survey conducted June 19-21.
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Ukraine Launches Largest Drone Assault on Moscow Since Full-Scale Invasion
Ukraine fired nearly 200 drones at Moscow on Thursday morning, marking the largest attack since the start of the full-scale war. The strike hit an oil refinery and a shopping center, causing black oil soot to rain down on the city. All four Moscow airports temporarily suspended flights.
What's confirmed:
- Ukraine launched nearly 200 drones at Moscow and its surroundings on Thursday morning.
- The attack is the largest drone assault on Moscow since the start of the full-scale invasion.
- An oil refinery in the southeast of the city was hit, causing black oil to rain down on parts of Moscow.
- Moscow airports temporarily suspended flights for several hours.
- The assault targeted a shopping center and an oil refinery.
Still unconfirmed:
- Donald Trump privately urged Volodymyr Zelensky to act "more boldly" against Russia.
- The attack occurred hours after Zelensky held a coordination call with Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron.
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Moscow Hit by Largest Ukrainian Drone Attack Since Full-Scale War Began
Ukraine launched nearly 200 drones at Moscow and its surroundings on Thursday morning. The assault caused fires at a shopping center and an oil refinery in the city's southeast. All four Moscow airports closed temporarily, delaying dozens of flights.
What's confirmed:
- Mayor Sergey Sobyanin reported nearly 200 Ukrainian drones were shot down on approach to the capital.
- Air defense systems shot down around 194 drones in several waves on Thursday morning.
- An oil refinery in the southeast of Moscow burned for the second consecutive day.
- All four airports in Moscow closed temporarily and delayed dozens of flights.
- Debris struck a shopping complex and damaged commercial and residential buildings in the surrounding region.
Still unconfirmed:
- Moscow residents reported black rain following the attack.
- Ukrainian drones struck an oil refinery in the Tyumen region more than 1,200 miles from Ukraine.
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Moscow Hit by Largest Ukrainian Drone Attack Since Full-Scale War Began
Ukraine launched nearly 200 drones at Moscow and its surrounding areas. The assault hit a major oil refinery twice in one week and disrupted local flights. Thick black smoke covered the city following the strikes.
What's confirmed:
- Nearly 200 drones targeted Moscow and surrounding areas.
- A major oil refinery was hit twice in one week.
- The attacks caused thick black smoke to rise over the city.
- Flights were disrupted due to the drone waves.
Still unconfirmed:
- Seventeen people were wounded in the Moscow region according to governor Andrei Vorobyov.
- Almost 1,000 drones were involved in the broader operation.
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Moscow Suffers Largest Ukrainian Drone Attack of Full-Scale War
Ukraine launched nearly 200 drones at Moscow and surrounding areas on June 18, 2026. The strike hit a major oil refinery and caused thick black smoke to cover the city. This represents the largest drone assault on the capital since the start of the full-scale invasion.
What's confirmed:
- Nearly 200 drones targeted areas around the Russian capital.
- The attack struck a major oil refinery.
- This was the largest Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow since the start of the full-scale invasion.
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Ukraine Launches Largest Drone Attack on Moscow Since Full-Scale War Began
Ukraine targeted Moscow on Thursday, June 18, 2026, with nearly 200 drones. The assault hit a key oil refinery in Kapotnya for the second time in a week and caused fires at a shopping center. Russian authorities reported at least 17 injuries, including two children, in the Moscow Oblast.
What's confirmed:
- Nearly 200 Ukrainian drones targeted the Russian capital on June 18, 2026.
- A key oil refinery in Kapotnya was struck for the second time in a week.
- The drone offensive caused fires at a Moscow oil refinery and a shopping center.
- The attack is the largest of its kind on Moscow since the start of the full-scale war.
- Russian authorities claimed at least 17 people, including two children, were injured in Moscow Oblast.
Still unconfirmed:
- Ukrainian drones broke through three layers of Moscow air defenses.
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