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News in English (USA) / 21.07.2026 / 05:00

Ukraine Launches Massive Drone Assault on Moscow, Targeting Key Infrastructure

In a significant escalation of hostilities, Ukraine has unleashed over 400 drones in a coordinated attack aimed at Moscow and surrounding regions. This operation marks one of the largest drone assaults of the ongoing conflict, resulting in multiple fatalities and extensive damage to vital infrastructure. Among the targets were warehouses associated with Wildberries, Russia’s largest online retailer, where devastating explosions led to the death of at least eight warehouse workers and injuries to dozens more. Reports indicate that fires broke out at both warehouses and oil depots in the area, severely disrupting logistics operations. The Ukrainian military confirmed that these strikes were part of a broader strategy to counter recent Russian attacks and target military infrastructure, with the strikes on logistics hubs viewed as retaliatory actions amidst escalating tensions with Russia. In response, Russian authorities are facing increasing pressure amid public discontent stemming from the impact of the strikes and ongoing military setbacks.
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