Russia threatens escalation after Ukraine hits Moscow with largest-ever drone attack
Russia has pledged to carry out frequent and "massive group strikes" against Ukraine shortly after Kyiv launched a barrage of drones on Moscow.
TL;DR
- Ukraine conducted its largest-ever air raid on Moscow using nearly 200 drones, targeting the Gazprom refinery.
- Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov announced plans for "massive group strikes" on targets affecting Ukrainian military readiness.
- President Zelenskyy described the drone strikes as a "fully justified response" to Russian attacks.
- Concerns about Russian air defenses and censorship were raised by Russian 'milbloggers' following the attacks.
- U.S. President Donald Trump has pledged further assistance to Ukraine and urged both sides to "make a deal" to end the war.