Russia claims drones and aerial balloons attacked Moscow and Ryazan
Illustrative photo: Russia complains about drone and balloon attacks (GettyImages)
Central regions of Russia have faced a new wave of drone attacks. The Russian capital, Moscow, and Ryazan were targeted, according to Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin and Russian media.
According to Sobyanin, at least three drones were shot down while approaching the Russian capital. Emergency services are working at the sites where debris fell. Due to the threat, takeoffs and landings at Moscow airports have been temporarily restricted.
In addition to strike drones, Russian authorities reported for the first time a threat from a small-sized aerial balloon. Warnings were issued in Ryazan and the Ryazan region. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, this concerns a new type of aerial target, and a high alert regime was introduced.
Russian authorities stated that air defense forces continue to "repel attacks" and maintain control over the situation in the regions.
Attacks on Moscow
On the night of October 31 to November 1, a large-scale power outage was recorded in the Moscow region, leaving thousands of residents without electricity.
According to local Telegram channels, around 11:00 p.m. local time, the city suddenly went dark, with streets and homes plunged into darkness. The administration of Zhukovsky confirmed that the cause was an "emergency situation in the power system."
At the same time, Russian authorities haven't provided a detailed explanation of the incident, increasing uncertainty over the reasons for the large-scale blackout.
On the evening of October 27, there were reports in the Russian media about unknown drones allegedly attacking Moscow. Explosions were reported in the Moscow region.
