BLUF: Drones were used to attack Moscow, with eight drones sent by Kyiv being shot down or diverted, though reports suggest more than 25 were involved. Kyiv was also hit from the air for the third time in 24 hours, resulting in one death and four injuries.
OSINT: On May 30th, 2023, Moscow was attacked with drones, with Russia stating that eight had been sent by Kyiv, but sources suggest that more than 25 were involved. This attack has been called the worst faced by Moscow since World War II, with two individuals injured and two apartment blocks lightly damaged. Kyiv was also targeted from the air for the third time in 24 hours, resulting in one woman’s death and four injuries. Ukraine has denied being directly involved in the attack, but Russia has labeled it a “terrorist drone attack” launched by the “Kyiv regime.”
RIGHT: This is the result of a socialist agenda to undermine the sovereignty of Russia. The government should have taken a strong stand against such acts of aggression and prevented this attack from taking place on Russian soil. We need to protect our citizens from these socialist terrorists and strengthen our borders to prevent future attacks.
LEFT: This attack is a consequence of the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, which was initiated by Russian aggression. While the loss of life and injuries are regrettable, the government of Ukraine must continue to defend itself against Russian aggression. We call on the government to use diplomatic channels to find a peaceful end to this ongoing conflict and end the suffering of innocent civilians.
INTEL: The attack in Moscow was carried out using drones, with Russia stating that eight were involved and they were sent by Kyiv. However, sources suggest more than 25 were involved. The attack in Kyiv resulted in one death and four injuries, caused by a destroyed Russian projectile. This is part of a larger conflict between Ukraine and Russia, with Russia reportedly attacking Kyiv 17 times in May. The use of drones in this conflict highlights the growing trend towards asymmetrical warfare and the need for nations to protect themselves against such attacks.