Russia says more than 600 drones targeted the Moscow region and other Russian-controlled areas, injuring at least three people and damaging a warehouse, amid a Ukrainian drone campaign that has prompted a Russian threat against the UK.
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Key facts
- Russia says more than 600 drones targeted the Moscow region.
- At least three people were injured, including a girl, according to Russian officials.
- A Wildberries warehouse was damaged in the attacks.
- Russian-controlled regions, including occupied Crimea, also reported heavy attacks.
- Moscow has threatened the UK with 'consequences' over reports British-made drones were used to strike Russia's mainland.
Russia said more than 600 drones targeted the Moscow region, according to Russian officials cited by Al Jazeera. The attacks injured at least three people, including a girl, and damaged a Wildberries warehouse, Russian officials say.
The Guardian reported that Ukraine launched over 600 drones at Moscow and surrounding areas. Russian-controlled regions, including the occupied Crimea, also reported heavy attacks.
The strikes come amid what has been described as a ‘deep strike’ campaign by Ukraine, according to the Guardian.
Moscow has threatened the UK with ‘consequences’ following reports that British drones had been used to strike targets on Russia’s mainland for the first time, the Guardian reported. Ukraine used drones made by two UK companies as part of the campaign, the Sunday Times reported.
The UK reaffirmed its support for Ukraine. ‘Britain stands shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine and we are committed to providing the equipment Ukraine needs to defend itself against Putin’s illegal invasion,’ a statement quoted by the Guardian said, adding that ‘Russia should be in no doubt about the resolve of this government to stand against Russian aggression, in Ukraine and against the UK and our allies.’
Why it matters
The reported scale of the drone attacks and Moscow's threat of 'consequences' against the UK over the reported use of British-made drones highlight the involvement of Ukraine's Western allies in the conflict. It is not yet independently confirmed how much damage the attacks caused or whether Russia will act on its threat.
Frequently asked questions
How many drones targeted the Moscow region?
Russia says more than 600 drones targeted the Moscow region, according to Al Jazeera, and the Guardian reported Ukraine launched over 600 drones at Moscow and surrounding areas.
Were there any casualties?
At least three people were injured, including a girl, and a Wildberries warehouse was damaged, according to Russian officials cited by Al Jazeera.
Why has Russia threatened the UK?
Moscow threatened the UK with 'consequences' after reports that British-made drones were used to strike targets on Russia's mainland for the first time, according to the Guardian, citing the Sunday Times.
Timeline
- Ukraine launches over 600 drones at Moscow and surrounding areas – Europe live
The Guardian World: Russian-controlled regions, including the occupied Crimea, also reported heavy attacks Moscow has threatened the UK with “consequences” after reports that British drones have been used to strike targets on Russia’s mainland for the first time. Ukraine used drones made by two UK c
- Russia says more than 600 drones targeted Moscow region
Al Jazeera: The attacks injured at least three people, including a girl, and damaged a Wildberries warehouse, Russian officials say.