Ukraine theater · Missile / Drone
Russia reports more than 600 drones heading toward capital region
Russian authorities reported a massive drone attack on Moscow and Moscow Oblast overnight on Aug. 17-18, with Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin claiming that 620 drones were heading toward the region between Monday evening and 5 a.m. Tuesday.
Why it matters
This is a significant escalation in drone attacks targeting the Russian capital region, as reported by Russian officials.
What's unclear
- The number of drones that were intercepted or reached their targets
- Any reported damage or casualties from the attack
Linked public sources
Latest tracked reports — Ukraine War Map
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- Massive Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow region — Moscow Oblast
- Massive drone attack on Moscow region — Moscow Oblast
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