Two killed in biggest ever Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow

Ukraine on Tuesday launched its biggest ever drone attack on Moscow, killing at least two workers at a meat warehouse, injuring 18 others and causing a short shutdown at the Russian capital’s four airports, Russian officials said.

The Russian Ministry of Defense claimed its air defense systems intercepted most of the drones, but debris from downed UAVs caused fatalities and destruction in multiple districts. Residential areas and industrial sites reportedly sustained damage, with emergency services battling fires in several locations.

The attack led to temporary closures of Moscow’s main airports, including Vnukovo, Domodedovo, and Sheremetyevo, severely impacting air traffic. Authorities have yet to provide a full assessment of the material damage.

Kyiv has not officially commented on the attack, but Ukrainian forces have escalated drone strikes deep into Russian territory in recent months. Military analysts suggest these operations are part of Ukraine’s long-range strategy to disrupt Russian infrastructure and morale.

The strike marks a new level of intensity in Ukraine’s drone warfare, highlighting its growing capability to target the Russian capital despite Moscow’s extensive air defenses.