Russian Air Defences Intercept Ukrainian Drones

Russian air defenses intercepted two Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow, according to Moscow's mayor. The report could not be independently verified. In response, Russia's aviation authority temporarily suspended flights at Kaluga airport, located approximately 200 kilometers southwest of Moscow, ensuring safety and security.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 10-07-2025 18:46 IST | Created: 10-07-2025 18:46 IST
Russian Air Defences Intercept Ukrainian Drones
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On Thursday, Russian air defenses successfully intercepted two Ukrainian drones aimed at Moscow, announced the city's mayor, Sergei Sobyanin.

While Reuters could not independently verify Sobyanin's claims, the incident has prompted significant security measures.

In a related precaution, Rosaviatsia, Russia's aviation authority, temporarily suspended all flights to and from Kaluga airport, situated around 200 kilometers southwest of the capital.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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