Ukraine launches largest drone attack on Moscow amid Russian parliamentary elections
Ukraine launched what Moscow's mayor described as the largest drone attack yet on the Russian capital on Sunday, coinciding with the final day of Russia's parliamentary elections. The drone strikes killed two people in the Moscow region and two more in Russian-held Kherson, including an election official. A facility at Moscow's oil refinery was also damaged. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin stated the attack was meant to disrupt the elections but was successfully repelled.
Sunday's voting represents Russia's first parliamentary election since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022. Despite cyberattacks and reported disruptions, election authorities reported a turnout above 45% by late morning. The ruling United Russia party is expected to maintain dominance in a tightly controlled political environment where most anti-war candidates were barred.
President Vladimir Putin has portrayed the election as a test of national unity and support for the war effort, warning against enemies seeking to sow unrest. While the vote is seen as largely predictable, analysts note economic pressures and public dissatisfaction may boost votes for Kremlin-tolerated opposition parties. Initial election results are anticipated Sunday evening local time.
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