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Russia threatens escalation after Ukraine hits Moscow with largest-ever drone attack

Ukraine targeted a major oil refinery and a shopping center in southeast Moscow using nearly 200 drones. The operation caused airport closures and evacuations. Kyiv described the strike as a justified response to Russian attacks on a historic monastery and Kyiv.

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New details identify the number of drones used, specific casualties, and the targeting of a shopping center.

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  1. Ukraine Launches Largest Drone Attack on Moscow Since Start of War

    Ukraine targeted a major oil refinery and a shopping center in southeast Moscow using nearly 200 drones. The operation caused airport closures and evacuations. Kyiv described the strike as a justified response to Russian attacks on a historic monastery and Kyiv.

    What's confirmed:

    • Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow since the start of the war.
    • A major oil refinery in southern Moscow was struck and set on fire.
    • The attack forced the closure of Moscow airports for several hours.
    • Kyiv stated the operation was a response to Russian strikes on a historic monastery.
    • Russian authorities reported at least 17 people, including two children, were injured in Moscow Oblast.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Almost 200 Ukrainian drones were used in the strike.
    • A shopping center burned during the attack.
    • Moscow residents reported black rain following the strikes.
    confidence 90%

  2. Russia Vows Massive Retaliation After Largest Ukrainian Drone Attack on Moscow

    Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow since the start of the war, striking an oil refinery. Kyiv stated the operation was retaliation for Russian aerial campaigns against Ukraine. Vladimir Putin has warned of frequent and massive group strikes in response.

    What's confirmed:

    • Ukraine carried out the largest drone attack on Moscow since the start of the war.
    • A Moscow oil refinery was set ablaze during the drone strikes.
    • Russia pledged to respond with frequent and massive group strikes against Ukraine.
    • Kyiv claimed the attack was retaliation for Russia's intensifying aerial campaign.
    • President Zelenskyy described the refinery attack as fully justified.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Video suggests the Moscow refinery blast may have been caused by friendly fire.
    • Three people died in Russian strikes.
    confidence 90%