Ukraine launched a record-breaking strike involving 1,214 drones across several Russian regions, leading to flight restrictions at three major Moscow airports. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin reported that over 600 drones targeted the capital, with hundreds intercepted by defense systems. The attacks specifically targeted energy infrastructure, including three oil refineries and a gas chemical complex, causing a fire at the Novokuibyshevsk facility. Russian officials confirmed that these strikes mark a resumption of Ukrainian drone activity against the country's energy sector after a brief pause.
Alexander Novak said one facility sustained minor damage, after an unofficial pause that the Wall Street Journal linked to U.S. pressure and Kyiv’s declining confidence in support.
Read the full storyThe deputy prime minister said one plant sustained minor damage without identifying it, while Samara’s governor did not confirm a strike or fire at the Novokuibyshevsk refinery.
Moscow’s mayor said 613 drones were headed for the capital, while Russian strikes inside Ukraine killed and wounded people and damaged civilian facilities.