Massive Ukrainian Drone Strike Hits Moscow
A large-scale attack by Ukrainian drones has sparked fires across multiple districts of the Russian capital. Pro-Kremlin Z-bloggers, expressing deep alarm, have called on Moscow residents to gather in the city center. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that this marks the second strike on the Moscow Oil Refinery within a single week.
The drone assault temporarily halted flight arrivals and departures at all four major Moscow airports: Sheremetyevo, Vnukovo, Domodedovo, and Zhukovsky. On June 18, drones once again targeted the Moscow Oil Refinery in the Kapotnya district, with video footage capturing the moment a fuel tank detonated. Beyond the refinery, reports indicate fires have broken out at other industrial sites and facilities across the Moscow region. Thick smoke now hangs over parts of the capital and its suburbs.
Public Reaction and Critical Voices
Witnesses on the ground have shared the following reactions:
'All of Moscow is burning, for f*ck's sake. I'm getting the hell out!' — one resident remarked.
'If we just keep watching silently, we’ll have no country left, no home left, no Motherland left. And if we lose our Motherland, we won’t have long ourselves.' — a Z-blogger stated.
The situation in Moscow remains highly tense, and the next steps taken by the capital’s residents are a growing cause for concern.
This drone attack signals a further escalation in the conflict between Ukraine and Russia, as such operations become an increasingly common tactic for both sides. The repeated targeting of strategically vital infrastructure like oil refineries underscores the role of energy security in the ongoing war. The public outcry in Moscow and the calls for action reflect rising unease among citizens, which could have significant implications for the country’s political landscape.
The recent drone strikes have not only ignited flames across Moscow but have also stirred a wave of public discourse. In a related development, a prominent Russian propagandist has openly criticized citizens for sharing videos of these attacks, suggesting a growing divide in public sentiment. To understand the implications of these reactions and the broader context of the conflict, read more about the backlash against citizens documenting the drone attacks.