On July 21, a fire erupted at a train station in the village of Kamenolomni in Rostov Oblast, approximately 38 kilometers from the Ukrainian border, due to falling drone debris. Simultaneously, Moscow experienced a drone attack, with reports of multiple drones being shot down by air defense systems. Emergency services were deployed to the crash sites, and flight restrictions were implemented at Moscow’s Domodedovo and Zhukovsky airports. This surge in drone attacks reflects a strategic shift in Ukraine’s campaign, aiming to disrupt Russian aviation and potentially weaken internal control.
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Overnight on July 20, a fire erupted in Moscow Oblast amid reports of a Ukrainian drone attack targeting the Russian capital. Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin reported that at least 21 drones were downed since the previous evening, with emergency crews responding to the scene. Reports from Russian Telegram channels indicate a fire in Zelenograd, accompanied by videos of burning vehicles near a residential building, though no information on casualties or damage extent is available. These attacks, the fourth consecutive night of such incidents, have prompted temporary restrictions at Moscow’s airports and are part of an ongoing shift in the conflict.
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On the night of July 19, Moscow was reportedly targeted by Ukrainian drones for the third consecutive night, as reported by Mayor Sergey Sobyanin. Russian air defense units intercepted 13 drones in under two hours, although no casualties or damage have been reported. The alleged attack follows similar strikes on July 17 and 18, impacting Moscow and surrounding areas. These recent events occur amid reports of former U.S. President Donald Trump’s warnings against attacks on Moscow, as well as offering Russia a deadline to make a peace deal.
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On July 17, Russian media and officials reported widespread Ukrainian drone attacks across multiple regions, including Moscow and St. Petersburg. Russian officials claimed to have shot down numerous drones, with some reports indicating temporary airport closures and injuries. Attacks were also reported in regions closer to the front lines, such as Belgorod and Voronezh, with casualties and damage reported. These reported attacks follow a series of Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities, including a double-tap attack in Nikopol and an aerial bomb dropped on a shopping center in Donetsk Oblast.
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Responding to reports, former US President Donald Trump stated Ukraine should not strike Moscow, a stance he reportedly discussed with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Trump denied intentions to send long-range weapons to Ukraine, dismissing claims of a plan to sell US arms through NATO. These comments followed media reports that Trump had inquired whether Kyiv could target Moscow and St. Petersburg. White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt confirmed Trump raised the issue but denied encouraging further violence, amid reports of potential Tomahawk missile shipments.
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During a recent call, former U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly suggested to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that he strike Moscow and St. Petersburg if provided with necessary weapons. According to sources cited by the Financial Times and The Washington Post, Trump aimed to intensify pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin and force peace negotiations. This shift in strategy comes as Trump’s frustration with Putin grows, and he hardens his stance against Russia, seeking to broker peace amidst the ongoing war. Newsweek has reached out to the White House and Russian foreign ministry for comment.
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According to recent reports, the United States is preparing to provide Ukraine with long-range missiles capable of striking targets within Russia, potentially including Moscow. This move signifies a significant escalation in the conflict, potentially changing the dynamics of the war. Details about the specific types of missiles and the timeline for their delivery remain undisclosed. The decision comes amidst growing frustration with Vladimir Putin and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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According to a CNN report, audio surfaced of Donald Trump claiming he told Vladimir Putin he would bomb Moscow if Ukraine was invaded. However, the Kremlin has denied the veracity of this claim, with spokesman Dmitry Peskov stating there were no phone conversations during the alleged timeframe when Trump was not president. Peskov’s comments come amidst growing criticism from Trump towards Putin, particularly concerning the war in Ukraine. The lack of confirmation from the Russian side adds to the existing diplomatic complexities and raises questions about the authenticity of Trump’s account.
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Audio recordings from 2024 fundraisers reveal that Donald Trump claimed to have threatened to bomb Moscow if Vladimir Putin invaded Ukraine and Beijing if Xi Jinping invaded Taiwan. In the recordings, Trump described these threats to donors, stating that Putin “didn’t believe” him but appeared somewhat deterred. Furthermore, Trump discussed his intention to deport student protestors and asserted that “welfare people” would always vote Democrat, urging donors to give generously to his campaign to combat this. Trump also boasted about pressuring wealthy allies to significantly increase their donations to his campaign.
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Overnight between Saturday and Sunday, Moscow reported downing 120 Ukrainian drones across multiple regions. The Russian Ministry of Defense detailed that the drones targeted ten regions, including the Bryansk, Kursk, and Leningrad regions. As a result of the attack, Russia’s Federal Air Transport Agency imposed temporary restrictions on airports, leading to flight cancellations and delays, particularly at Sheremetyevo Airport in Moscow and Pulkovo Airport in St. Petersburg.
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