A series of intense drone strikes shook the Russian capital of Moscow and its suburbs late Saturday night, leaving a trail of destruction and chaos in its wake. The powerful explosions, which eyewitnesses described as 'apocalyptic', injured several people and forced the temporary closure of some of Russia's busiest airports.
The drone attacks, which were reportedly carried out by Ukrainian forces, targeted key infrastructure and military installations in the Moscow region, sparking widespread panic and disruption. The sound of explosions and air raid sirens filled the night air as emergency responders rushed to the scenes to combat fires and tend to the wounded.
The escalating violence comes as a visit from a top UK official to Ukraine highlighted the growing human toll of Russia's ongoing invasion. The official revealed that thousands of Russian troops had been killed or wounded in recent months, dealing a significant blow to the Kremlin's war effort.
The relentless drone attacks on both sides have heightened fears of an all-out war between Russia and Ukraine, drawing condemnation and alarm from the international community. Diplomats and world leaders are urging restraint and caution, amid growing concerns that the conflict could spill over into neighboring countries and spark a wider global crisis.