Ukraine Launches Record Drone Swarm Against Moscow Oil Infrastructure

Ukrainian forces launched a massive drone offensive against Russia on June 18, 2026, targeting the Moscow oil refinery for the second time in a week. Russian officials reported shooting down over 550 drones across multiple regions, with nearly 200 intercepted near the capital. The attack, described as the largest yet, disrupted air traffic at all Moscow airports and ignited significant fires. Kyiv characterized the operation as retaliation for recent strikes on Ukrainian religious sites.

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Country: Russia

Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War

Severity: HIGH

Source: Defense News

Also reported by: The Nation

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