Russian authorities report a new drone attack on Moscow that occurred overnight from May 6 to May 7, generating widespread resonance and confirming a trend of active nighttime shelling and sabotage in the Russian capital
According to official statements, the Russian Ministry of Defense allegedly shot down seven drones heading towards Moscow, and also closed Sheremetyevo Airport, located in the northwest of the city, to air traffic, once again highlighting increasing tensions and security issues in the region. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin confirmed on social media the fact of neutralizing seven drones by the Air Defense Forces of the Ministry of Defense. He stated that specialists from emergency services are currently working at the crash sites, and work is underway to clarify the extent of destruction and to search for possible victims. "Seven drones flying in our direction were shot down by the air defense forces. Debris and damage are being assessed by experts. There are no reports of casualties at this time," the official noted. According to the Russian Service of BBC, witnesses from districts located in the western part of the Moscow region, including residents of the Kubinka district, report sightings of several drones and firing at them from air defense systems. These accounts are confirmed by other sources through thematic Telegram channels that quickly share photos and videos from strike locations. On the evening of May 7, Sobyanin clarified in several social media posts that eight drones had been shot down south of Moscow. As for the consequences, official officials and local services are silent on the details of destruction and possible victims. However, there are reports that debris from some drones fell near multi-storey residential complexes, raising concerns about potential damage to infrastructure or living premises. Rosaviatsiya reported that from the first hour of the night, Sheremetyevo Airport, located north of Moscow, was closed to airlines. This is another indication of restrictions in the city’s air traffic, which have been increasing over the past days amid a relatively active campaign of drone attacks. The background of this incident indicates that this is not the first time in recent months that various Russian cities, including Moscow, have become targets of drone activity. On the night of May 7, Russian media reported the destruction of at least 19 drones in different districts of the city and surrounding regions. One drone reportedly fell near a multi-storey residential building, causing panic and alarm among residents. Previously, similar attacks led to the shutdown of airports, with some drones being destroyed in the air or remotely neutralized by barrage defenses. This new episode is another testament to the growing tension between Kyiv and Moscow, as well as a challenge for the Russian security system, which is now trying to counter increasingly frequent attacks by lethal drones. The rise in such actions questions Russia’s defensive capabilities and adds intrigue to future conflict scenarios. Experts also point out that these attacks are occurring during critical times for Moscow and the surrounding regions, amid escalating tensions related to the ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine. This could signal to Russian authorities that their local and international opponents are becoming more active in the airspace. Thus, the situation with drone attacks remains tense. Official Moscow confirms the activation of air defenses and the closure of key airports, creating additional difficulties for civilian aviation and residents. Meanwhile, reports of damage and possible casualties raise concerns among the population, while experts call for more proactive measures against cyber and sabotage threats. How this situation will develop remains uncertain, but it is clear that Moscow continues to be in the spotlight due to the risk of new attacks, prompting preparations for possible new scenarios and escalations in the region.