Politics
Two Killed as 'Massive' Ukrainian Drone Attack Hits Moscow Region
Russian authorities reported two people killed in a large-scale Ukrainian drone attack on the Moscow region, with reports indicating an oil refinery was also hit. The strikes forced the suspension of flights at two airports in the Russian capital.
Why this matters
The strike underscores the continued escalation of long-range drone warfare targeting Russia's interior, particularly energy infrastructure like oil refineries, a tactic Ukraine has increasingly used to pressure Moscow economically and militarily. The disruption of flights at Moscow airports also highlights how such attacks are affecting daily life deep inside Russia, far from the front lines.