Ukraine’s Biggest Drone Attack Hits Moscow, Killing Three

Ukraine carried out its largest drone attack on Moscow on March 11, 2025, killing three people and injuring 18 others. The attack, which also caused flight suspensions at four major Moscow airports, marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.

Key Details of the Drone Attack

• Attack Time: Early morning, March 11, 2025
• Location: Various sites in Moscow and surrounding areas
• Casualties: Three people killed, 18 injured (including three children)
• Flights Affected: Temporary shutdown at all four Moscow airports
• Scale: Russian officials reported 337 Ukrainian drones were intercepted, 91 over Moscow

Extent of Damage

According to Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin, this was the biggest Ukrainian drone attack on the capital since the war began. The strikes damaged residential buildings, infrastructure, and businesses, with debris falling on populated areas.

One of Russia’s largest meat producers, Miratorg, confirmed that two of its employees died after debris struck its facility south of Moscow. A third fatality was later reported in Domodedovo, a suburban area.

Russian Response and Countermeasures

The Russian parliament’s defense committee head, Col.-Gen. Andrei Kartapolov, suggested that Moscow should retaliate with an Oreshnik hypersonic missile strike on Ukraine. However, he emphasized that President Vladimir Putin would make the final decision.

Russia’s electronic defense systems intercepted hundreds of drones, while air defense systems shot down many before they reached central Moscow. Aviation authorities temporarily closed Moscow’s airports, but operations resumed after a few hours.

Ukraine’s Tactical Shift in Warfare

Ukraine has faced massive Russian airstrikes throughout the war and has increasingly relied on drone warfare to strike back. Ukrainian forces have repeatedly targeted oil refineries, airfields, and radar stations inside Russia.

Both countries have developed advanced drone warfare strategies, transforming commercial drones into weapons and deploying electronic jamming technology to counter attacks. The war has seen extensive drone-based combat, with soldiers using aerial footage in military operations and propaganda efforts.

Impact on Moscow’s Stability

Despite the attack, daily life in Moscow continued, with commuters heading to work as usual. Moscow remains Russia’s wealthiest and most developed city, thriving amid the largest military spending surge since the Cold War. However, attacks on the capital signal that Ukraine aims to extend the conflict beyond traditional battlegrounds.

As tensions escalate, U.S. officials meet with Ukrainian representatives in Saudi Arabia to discuss possible peace negotiations. Meanwhile, Russian forces push forward with their spring offensive in Kursk, increasing pressure on Ukrainian troops.

What’s Next?

The Kremlin has not officially announced its response strategy, but Putin has previously warned of severe retaliation for attacks on Russian infrastructure. The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, now in its third year, continues to shift with new tactics and countermeasures shaping the battlefield.

More…

• https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/ukraine-drone-attack-moscow-1.7480157 
• https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/ukraine-russia-moscow-drone-jeddah-rubio-saudi-trump-zelenskyy-kyiv-rcna195588
• https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/ukraine-launches-drone-attacks-targeting-moscow-russia-says-2025-03-11