Ukraine Launches Largest Drone Attack on Moscow in Two Years, Refinery on Fire
Ukraine has reportedly carried out its most significant drone attack on Moscow in two years, causing a large-scale fire at an oil refinery in the Russian capital.
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Ukrainian forces have reportedly conducted a second strike within a week on a significant oil refinery in Moscow, escalating ongoing tensions. The latest drone attack targeted the Moscow Oil Refinery in the Kapotnya district early Thursday morning, following a similar incident earlier this week on Tuesday. Russian officials confirmed the strikes, with Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin stating that several drones hit the facility and that air defense forces repelled a "massive attack."
The strikes are part of Ukraine's intensified campaign to target Russian energy infrastructure with long-range weapons. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy previously acknowledged the use of long-range capabilities, framing these actions as a "just response" to Russia's continued aggression. Reports indicate that the attacks have contributed to fuel shortages in Russia, prompting concerns about the country's energy supply.
What each outlet emphasizes
- CNN: Emphasizes Ukraine launching the "largest attack on Moscow in two years," as reported by Russian media.
- The Guardian: Focuses on the "Moscow oil refinery on fire" after a "large-scale" Ukrainian drone strike.