Russia claims Moscow and several other places were attacked by drones or missiles
The Mayor of Moscow, Sobyanin, stated on social media on the 18th that the Russian air defense system shot down at least 28 drones heading towards Moscow.
The acting governor of Bryansk Oblast, Kovalchuk, issued a warning on social media that missiles were heading towards Bryansk Oblast. Meanwhile, the governor of Rostov Oblast, Slyusari, reported that Rostov Oblast was attacked by drones the day before, resulting in 1 death and 2 injuries, and the drone attacks are still ongoing.
Additionally, Belgorod Oblast in Russia was also attacked by drones early that morning.
In response, there has been no comment from the Ukrainian side.
On October 18, 2023, Russian air defense systems shot down at least 28 drones targeting Moscow. Simultaneously, missiles were reported heading towards Bryansk Oblast. A drone attack in Rostov Oblast resulted in one death and two injuries, with ongoing drone strikes reported. Belgorod Oblast also experienced drone attacks, while there has been no response from Ukraine regarding these incidents.
- At least 28 drones were shot down over Moscow.
- Missiles were reported to be heading towards Bryansk Oblast.
- A drone attack in Rostov Oblast resulted in 1 death and 2 injuries.
- Drone attacks also occurred in Belgorod Oblast.
- Ukrainian response has not been reported.