Drone Attacks Hit Moscow Region: Major Electronics Center Targeted

Drone Attacks Rock Moscow Region: Multiple Russian Enterprises Targeted Near Capital Moscow, Russia – May 28, 2025 – A series of drone attacks targeted Russian businesses and infrastructure near Moscow early this morning. Videos circulating online show significant damage and smoke billowing from at least one impacted facility. Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin confirmed the attacks, stating that Russian air defenses shot down over 30 Ukrainian drones. The attacks also hit the Elma Technopark, a major center for electronics and microelectronics manufacturing. According to the independent news channel Astra, a Ukrainian attack was reported by local authorities. Astra also released videos showing drones flying over the city and smoke rising near the targeted enterprise. "It was a very intense night," said one resident who shared video footage of a drone passing overhead. The video shows the drone flying against a backdrop of buildings and trees. The impact of the attacks remains to be fully assessed, but the incident underscores the ongoing conflict and its impact on civilian areas. The Russian Ministry of Defense reported that 296 Ukrainian UAVs were destroyed and intercepted over Moscow and several surrounding regions. While Russian officials have claimed there were no casualties or serious damage, the attacks represent a significant escalation of tensions. The Elma Technopark attack, in particular, may have significant economic and technological consequences. This incident highlights the ongoing vulnerability of civilian infrastructure in the region.