MOSCOW: In a recent development, Russian air defences successfully intercepted and destroyed multiple drones that were approaching sensitive areas.
The incidents took place near Moscow and in a region bordering Ukraine, prompting authorities to respond swiftly to potential threats.
The Lyubertsy district, located southeast of Moscow, became the site of the first interception. The city’s mayor, Sergei Sobyanin, communicated through the Telegram platform that air defences in the area had managed to neutralize a drone that was flying towards Moscow. While no specific perpetrator was named in the mayor’s statement, he confirmed that no casualties or damage had been reported, according to initial assessments. Emergency services promptly reached the location to ensure the situation was under control.
Around the same time, the Russian Ministry of Defence issued a statement reporting the destruction of another drone over the Lyubertsy district. In this instance, the Ministry pointed fingers at Kyiv, attributing the attempted attack to Ukrainian forces. The incident occurred at approximately 4:30 am (0130 GMT), and while the exact extent of the threat was not specified, it highlighted the potential security challenges faced by the region.
This series of events also had implications for air traffic in Moscow. The Domodedovo and Vnukovo airports experienced a temporary suspension of operations, as reported by the state-run TASS news agency. The move was in response to the perceived threat posed by drone activity, indicating a proactive approach to ensuring the safety of aviation operations.
In addition to the events near Moscow, Russian air defences effectively intercepted two other drones in the Bryansk region, which shares a border with Ukraine. The Russian Ministry of Defence communicated these incidents through the Telegram platform, yet did not disclose whether any damage or casualties had occurred as a result.
