News of the Day: Massive Drone Attack on Moscow and Regions
Today's focus is a large-scale drone attack on Russian regions and Moscow, which led to a fire at an oil refinery. Possible new restrictions on entry to Europe for Russians who have performed military service are also being discussed. Rainy weather is expected in the capital.
On Thursday night, air defense systems destroyed 52 drones flying toward Moscow. As a result of the attack, an oil refinery caught fire in the capital's Kapotnya district (home to a large industrial facility). In addition to the Moscow region, strikes were recorded in the Kaluga region, where three drones were shot down, and in the Belgorod region, where two civilians were injured as a result of shelling.
Within the framework of discussions on the next sanctions package, the European Union is considering an entry ban for all Russian citizens who have served in the army since 2022. According to preliminary estimates, this measure could affect more than a million people. Currently, discussions are underway regarding exactly how verification will be conducted and whether the ban will apply to those who only performed compulsory military service or left the army without authorization (deserted).
Cool and rainy weather is forecast for Moscow on Thursday. The air temperature will remain low; residents and guests of the city are advised to take potential precipitation into account when planning their day.
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