In an unprecedented display of military capability, Ukraine executed one of its most extensive drone attacks early Tuesday on targets across Russia, including a significant focus on the Moscow region. This operation marked a notable shift in hostilities as both nations ramped up aerial assaults in anticipation of imminent peace negotiations aimed at resolving three years of conflict.
Ukraine Launches Major Drone Attack on Moscow, Sparking Airport Closures
Ukraine Launches Major Drone Attack on Moscow, Sparking Airport Closures
In a historic escalation, Ukraine strikes Moscow as part of a proposed air truce between nations.
The Russian Ministry of Defense reported a remarkable interception of 337 drones, with 91 aimed directly at the Russian capital and surrounding areas. Mayor Sergei Sobyanin characterized this assault as the city's largest since the war's commencement, noting that at least two lives were lost and 14 individuals sustained injuries. The attack caused damage to a residential building in Moscow, resulting in visible destruction to the roof.
All four international airports serving the bustling metropolitan area of 21 million were compelled to halt operations temporarily, according to statements from Russia’s aviation authority. In a bid for peace, Ukraine has proposed a cease-fire agreement, suggesting that it would cease all long-range strikes into Russian territory if Russia reciprocated with a halt in its assaults. This proposal has been backed by several European nations, including France, and is seen as a vital step towards fostering trust before more extensive discussions regarding the ongoing war, which has resulted in substantial casualties on both sides.
This remarkable attack not only showcases Ukraine's capabilities but also underscores the fraught nature of the current geopolitical landscape, as both nations brace for what could be a crucial moment in their enduring conflict.
All four international airports serving the bustling metropolitan area of 21 million were compelled to halt operations temporarily, according to statements from Russia’s aviation authority. In a bid for peace, Ukraine has proposed a cease-fire agreement, suggesting that it would cease all long-range strikes into Russian territory if Russia reciprocated with a halt in its assaults. This proposal has been backed by several European nations, including France, and is seen as a vital step towards fostering trust before more extensive discussions regarding the ongoing war, which has resulted in substantial casualties on both sides.
This remarkable attack not only showcases Ukraine's capabilities but also underscores the fraught nature of the current geopolitical landscape, as both nations brace for what could be a crucial moment in their enduring conflict.
