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Ukraine Launches Largest Drone Attack on Moscow; Russia Claims to Down 34 Drones, Airports Closed

Nov 10, 2024, 10:09 AM

Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow since the start of the war, with Russian officials reporting at least 34 Ukrainian drones targeting the Russian capital. Russia's Defense Ministry claimed to have shot down 34 drones over Moscow Oblast and 70 Ukrainian drones over six regions in total. The attack forced the temporary closure of Moscow's three major airports, including Sheremetyevo Airport, with flights diverted or restricted. One person was reported injured. Russian media described the attack as the largest on Moscow since Russia began its offensive in Ukraine in 2022.