Russia claimed a drone attack on Moscow: what is known so far.

According to ТСН: On the night of January 1, 2026, a drone attack was recorded in Moscow, as reported by the Russian authorities.

The ministry indicated that the air defense forces of the Ministry of Defense of Russia allegedly destroyed several drones heading to the capital.

Statement from the Mayor of Moscow

The Mayor of Moscow, Sergey Sobyanin, claims that the air defense successfully dealt with the attack, shooting down, according to him, at least several drones. He also reported that specialists from emergency services are working at the crash sites.

At the same time, the mayor did not provide information regarding possible casualties or damage to infrastructure. Other official data on the aftermath of the attack has not yet been released.

It is worth emphasizing that the information is coming only from Russian official sources and requires independent verification.

Massive blackout in the Moscow region

It should also be noted that earlier there was a massive blackout in the Moscow region. The most significant problems with electricity supply were recorded in the urban settlements of Zhukovsky, Lytkarino, and Ramensky districts, located to the southeast of Moscow. Street lighting, traffic lights, and mobile communication were not working there.

The drone attack on Moscow may be part of a larger context of military actions in the region. Meanwhile, the situation with electricity supply in the Moscow region indicates other potential problems in the infrastructure that may affect the daily life of residents. Given these events, it is important to stay informed about the developments.