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Russia downed three drones targeting Moscow, mayor says

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Posted on June 6, 2025

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· Last updated: January 23, 2026

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MOSCOW (Reuters) -Russian air defence forces shot down three drones attempting to attack Moscow, Sergei Sobyanin, the Russian capital's mayor, said on Friday. He did not provide further details about

Russia downed three drones targeting Moscow, mayor

MOSCOW (Reuters) -Russian air defence forces shot down three drones attempting to attack Moscow, Sergei Sobyanin, the Russian capital's mayor, said on Friday.

He did not provide further details about the incident but said emergency services were working at the sites where debris from the downed drones had fallen.

Separately, Russia's aviation watchdog said that the Domodedovo and Zhukovsky airports in the Moscow region had temporarily suspended operations to ensure flight safety. It announced soon afterwards that flights had resumed.

(Reporting by Marina BobrovaWriting by Maxim RodionovEditing by Andrew Osborn)

Key Takeaways

  • Russia's air defense intercepted three drones over Moscow.
  • Mayor Sergei Sobyanin confirmed the incident.
  • Emergency services are handling debris at the sites.
  • Moscow's Domodedovo and Zhukovsky airports paused operations.
  • Flights resumed shortly after the incident.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened in Moscow regarding drones?
Russian air defense forces shot down three drones attempting to attack Moscow, according to the city's mayor.
What actions were taken after the drones were downed?
Emergency services were deployed to the sites where debris from the downed drones had fallen.
How did the drone incident affect local airports?
Domodedovo and Zhukovsky airports in the Moscow region temporarily suspended operations to ensure flight safety.

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