Ukraine War Briefing: Russia to ‘Intensify’ Attacks on Kyiv After Moscow Hit with Mass Drone Strikes

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Ukraine War Briefing: Russia to ‘Intensify’ Attacks on Kyiv After Moscow Hit with Mass Drone Strikes

TL;DR

  • Russia plans to 'intensify' strikes on Kyiv following Ukrainian drone attacks on the Moscow region.
  • At least two people were killed and an oil refinery was hit in the Moscow region by Ukrainian drones.
  • Ukraine claims to have used long-range weapons, including the Pelican drone and Flamingo cruise missiles.
  • Preliminary results from Russia's election show the United Russia party dominating the vote.
  • Voting included residents of illegally annexed Ukrainian regions, condemned by Ukraine and the EU.
  • Zelenskyy plans to meet with US President Donald Trump in New York to discuss de-escalation and security issues.
  • European intelligence officials warn of an imminent Russian test of NATO capabilities.
  • Egypt is diversifying wheat imports away from Ukraine and Russia due to disrupted supplies.
  • An overnight Russian attack on the Kyiv region killed four people, including three children.