Moscow airports temporarily shut after Ukrainian drone strike: Officials

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Russia's aviation agency, Rosaviatsia, confirmed that flights at Vnukovo, Domodedovo, and Zhukovsky airports were suspended as a precaution. The agency said the flight halt was necessary to maintain air traffic safety while the threat was being assessed.

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UPDATED: May 6, 2025 04:07 IST

Three main airports were closed after an overnight drone attack was launched by Ukraine, Russian officials said on Wednesday.

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin stated on Telegram that at least five drones were intercepted and destroyed as they approached the capital.

Russia's aviation agency, Rosaviatsia, confirmed that flights at Vnukovo, Domodedovo, and Zhukovsky airports were suspended as a precaution. The agency said the flight halt was necessary to maintain air traffic safety while the threat was being assessed.

While no major damage or injuries have been reported so far. Drone activity in Russian airspace has increased in recent months, with several attempts reported near key infrastructure and urban centres.

Officials have not released further details on the origin of the drones or the specific targets.

This is a developing story.

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Satyam Singh

Published On:

May 6, 2025

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