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Ukrainian Drones Strike Moscow, 32 Shot Down in Largest Attack

Nov 9, 2024, 03:59 PM

Ukrainian drones launched a significant attack on Moscow, targeting the Russian capital with at least 25 drones. This led to the temporary closure of two major airports, Domodedovo and Zhukovsky, as air defense systems engaged the incoming drones. Moscow Mayor Sobyanin confirmed that air defenses successfully shot down 32 drones flying towards the city. This incident marks one of the largest drone attacks on Moscow since the onset of the Ukraine-Russia conflict, highlighting the increasing use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in the ongoing war. Additionally, Ukrainian drones struck the Aleksinsky Chemical Plant in Tula Oblast, which produces gunpowder and ammunition for the Russian military, part of the Rostech corporation, showcasing the effectiveness of their drone operations.