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Russian authorities said air defenses shot down dozens of drones during the night of May 16-17...
A widespread drone attack hit the Moscow region on the night of May 16–17, killing at least three people and damaging residential buildings, according to Russian officials and local reports.
Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said that air defenses had been repelling the attack since the evening of May 16 and that the operation continued into the early hours of May 17.
By around 03:30, according to Russian authorities, at least 73 drones had been shot down, while air defense systems continued to engage other targets.
Footage shared on social media after 3 a.m. appeared to show lights in the sky and fires in several areas. Reports cited explosions in Khimki, Klin and Zelenograd in the Moscow region, activity near Sheremetyevo airport and explosions in central Moscow.
Moscow Region Governor Andrei Vorobyov later confirmed that at least three people had been killed, two in the village of Pogorelki and one in Khimki. He also said several others were injured in several districts after drones hit residential buildings and private homes.
Ukrainian media outlet The Kyiv Independent says it cannot independently verify the claims of Russian authorities or the footage circulating online. Explosions were also reported in occupied Crimea earlier in the night.
The attacks came just days after Russia imposed new restrictions on reporting on the aftermath of drone strikes. The rules prohibit publishing photos, videos or details without official authorization.
Violators risk fines of 3,000 to 5,000 rubles for individuals, up to 50,000 rubles for officials, and up to 200,000 rubles for legal entities.
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