Drone attack kills two near Moscow

Russian authorities said Ukraine launched a large overnight drone attack on Moscow and the surrounding region, killing two people and injuring 20. Moscow’s oil refinery and a residential building were hit. Russia said the attack sought to disrupt the final day of parliamentary voting; Ukraine said it targeted oil and logistics facilities funding Russia’s war.

• 2 killedDeaths reported in Moscow region — Later reports differed
• 20 injuredPeople injured across the region — Including three children
• 450 dronesHeading toward Moscow, officials said — Russian interception claim
• 400 evacuatedResidents removed from apartment building — After a roof fire

Q1

What sites were hit?

A facility at Moscow’s oil refinery and a residential building were hit; authorities reported no deaths among that building’s residents.

Q2

Why did Ukraine target these facilities?

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that attacks on oil and logistics sites were intended to reduce revenue supporting Russia’s war effort.

Q3

How were local residents affected?

Authorities evacuated 400 residents from a 21-storey apartment building after a falling drone caused a roof fire, and reported damage to 20 vehicles.

Q4

What did Russia claim about air defences?

Russia’s Defence Ministry stated it intercepted 1,110 Ukrainian drones across Russia, Crimea and the Black Sea during the overnight attack.