Russia vows ‘massive’ retaliation for largest attack on Moscow since war began

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1. 1h ago

   Russia threatens massive retaliation after largest drone strike on Moscow

   Ukraine launched its biggest air raid on Moscow since the war began, targeting the Kapotnya oil refinery and residential buildings. The attack caused fires and injured at least 16 people. President Zelenskyy has warned his citizens to heed air raid alerts as Russia prepares a response.

   What's confirmed:

   • Ukraine's largest drone strike on Moscow hit the Kapotnya oil refinery.
   • The attack caused massive fires and injured at least 16 people.
   • Four airports were shut down during the raid.
   • President Zelenskyy warned Ukrainians on June 20 to pay close attention to air raid alerts.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The attack was a response to a strike on a historic monastery.
   • The strike forced an evacuation at Russia's biggest airport.
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2. 3d ago

   Russia Vows Massive Retaliation After Largest Drone Attack on Moscow

   Ukraine launched its biggest drone barrage on Moscow since the start of the war, hitting an oil refinery and residential buildings. President Vladimir Putin admitted the attacks are impacting Russian society and the economy. Russia has pledged to respond with frequent "massive group strikes" against Ukraine.

   What's confirmed:

   • Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow since the war began.
   • The drone barrage hit an oil refinery in Moscow.
   • Russia pledged to respond with frequent "massive group strikes".
   • Vladimir Putin admitted that Ukrainian attacks are hitting the Russian economy and society.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Airports were briefly shut down during the attack.
   • Three people were killed in Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities on Wednesday.
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