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Moscow region governor says 16 people were injured in big Ukrainian drone attack

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Posted on June 18, 2026

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· Last updated: June 18, 2026

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16 Injured as Major Ukrainian Drone Attack Hits Moscow Region Again

Details of the Drone Attack on Moscow Region

Injuries and Immediate Impact

MOSCOW, June 18 (Reuters) - Andrei Vorobyov, the governor of the Moscow region, said on Thursday that 16 people had been injured in a major Ukranian drone attack.

Targeted Locations and Frequency

Oil Refinery Strikes

Scores of Ukrainian drones bore down on Moscow and the surrounding Moscow region, hitting the Russian capital's oil refinery for a second time this week.

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Reuters; Writing by Anastasia TeterevlevaEditing by Andrew Osborn)

Key Takeaways

  • Moscow region Governor Andrei Vorobyov confirmed 16 injuries from the latest large-scale drone attack on June 18.
  • The strike targeted multiple civilian and industrial sites, including the Moscow Oil Refinery, already hit on June 16—one of Russia’s largest fuel suppliers to the capital (apnews.com).
  • The refinery attack marks a doubling of drone strikes on Russian refineries since early 2026, revealing increased Ukrainian capability to disrupt critical fuel infrastructure (internazionale.it).

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many people were injured in the Moscow region drone attack?
According to the Moscow region governor, 16 people were injured during the major Ukrainian drone attack.
What was targeted in the Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow?
The Ukrainian drones struck the Moscow region, including hitting the Russian capital's oil refinery.
Has this location been attacked before?
Yes, this is the second time this week that Moscow's oil refinery has been hit by Ukrainian drones.
Who reported the Moscow region drone attack?
The incident was reported by the governor of the Moscow region, Andrei Vorobyov.
When did the Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow take place?
The attack took place on Thursday, June 18.

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