Ukraine carried out its largest drone strike on Moscow since the start of the war, deploying at least 34 drones over the Russian capital early Sunday. The attack forced flights to be diverted from three of Moscow’s primary airports—Domodedovo, Sheremetyevo, and Zhukovsky—and left one person injured in the surrounding region, according to Russian officials.
The Russian defense ministry stated that another 36 drones launched by Ukraine were intercepted over Western Russia within a span of three hours. Flight operations at the affected Moscow airports resumed after a temporary halt, though 36 flights were initially diverted as a precautionary measure, confirmed Russia’s federal air transport agency.
Russia launched a record-breaking 145 drones across Ukrainian territory overnight, according to Ukrainian defense officials. Kyiv’s air defenses managed to intercept 62 of those drones. Ukraine also reported targeting an arsenal in Russia’s Bryansk region, where local officials confirmed 14 Ukrainian drones were downed.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a statement on X (formerly Twitter) said, “Last night, Russia launched a record 145 Shaheds and other strike drones against Ukraine. Throughout the week, Russia has used more than 800 guided aerial bombs, around 600 strike drones, and nearly 20 missiles of various types.”
This week, our air defense forces have been working day and night to protect Ukraine’s skies from Russian terror. Last night, Russia launched a record 145 Shaheds and other strike drones against Ukraine. Throughout the week, Russia has used more than 800 guided aerial bombs,… pic.twitter.com/ENhfkUZISX
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) November 10, 2024
The war, which has now stretched over 2-1/2 years, is entering a critical phase. Moscow’s recent territorial advances mark the most significant shift in the conflict since its early days, with some officials suggesting the conflict may be nearing its endgame.
Meanwhile, Donald Trump’s recent election as the 47th U.S. president has intensified global speculation about a potential shift in American involvement. Trump, who is set to take office in January, has claimed he could bring peace to Ukraine within 24 hours but has yet to elaborate on his strategy.
