Russia: Massive strike from Ukraine, a refinery hit in Moscow – La Nouvelle Tribune

Author: Charly HessounPublished on: June 18, 2026Country: Russia

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Russia: Massive strike from Ukraine, a refinery hit in Moscow – La Nouvelle Tribune

Multiple Ukrainian drones struck the Moscow region on Thursday, damaging the MNPZ refinery and temporarily disrupting traffic at Sheremetyevo Airport. Mayor Sergei Sobyanin confirmed a large-scale attack, while Russian air defenses reportedly intercepted 180 drones. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed the operation as a justified response to Russian bombings. The airport resumed operations after restrictions were lifted.

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