A wave of drone assaults launched by Ukraine against Russia led to notable disruptions at Moscow’s main airports, with officials reporting upwards of 140 flight cancellations on recently. The Russian defense ministry revealed that more than 230 Ukrainian drones have been intercepted over Russia since Saturday morning, including 27 in the capital. While normal operations have resumed at the four primary airports servicing Moscow, regional authorities confirmed that more than 130 flights had to be redirected during the chaos.
Moscow Airports Grounded Amid Ongoing Drone Assaults from Ukraine

Moscow Airports Grounded Amid Ongoing Drone Assaults from Ukraine
Major airports in Moscow faced temporary closures following a significant Ukrainian drone strike that resulted in the cancellation of over 140 flights and disruption of air travel.
The Kaluga region southwest of Moscow witnessed airport closures signifying broader impacts of the drone attacks, as Russian authorities reported intercepting 45 drones within the same timeframe. Despite the ongoing conflict, no casualties have been attributed to the drone assaults. However, Russian airstrikes on Ukraine led to the confirmed deaths of at least three individuals overnight in various locations, raising the stakes in a conflict that recently escalated with failed peace negotiations.
Regional officials in Ukraine reported fatalities following Russian airstrikes in Donetsk and Sumy, while Kyiv’s air force had managed to shoot down 18 of 57 Russian drones. Attacks were also recorded in frontline areas like Kharkiv and Dnipropetrovsk. Amidst military actions, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that President Vladimir Putin remained open to discussions for a peaceful resolution but prioritized Moscow’s strategic goals.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged for renewed negotiations with Russia, highlighting the necessity of direct communication between leadership to move towards potential peace. In a notable shift, U.S. President Donald Trump committed to supplying advanced weaponry to Ukraine, coupled with the threat of tariffs on Russia if no settlement is reached within a defined timeline. As discussions of peace hang in the balance, tensions remain palpable on both sides of the conflict.
Regional officials in Ukraine reported fatalities following Russian airstrikes in Donetsk and Sumy, while Kyiv’s air force had managed to shoot down 18 of 57 Russian drones. Attacks were also recorded in frontline areas like Kharkiv and Dnipropetrovsk. Amidst military actions, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that President Vladimir Putin remained open to discussions for a peaceful resolution but prioritized Moscow’s strategic goals.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged for renewed negotiations with Russia, highlighting the necessity of direct communication between leadership to move towards potential peace. In a notable shift, U.S. President Donald Trump committed to supplying advanced weaponry to Ukraine, coupled with the threat of tariffs on Russia if no settlement is reached within a defined timeline. As discussions of peace hang in the balance, tensions remain palpable on both sides of the conflict.