# Ukraine launches over 600 drones at Moscow and surrounding areas – Europe live

https://mins.news/en/item/24846

- The Guardian, 2026-08-18 07:43 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/aug/18/ukraine-drone-attack-moscow-crimea-russia-nato-wildfires-europe-live-latest-updates

> Ukraine reportedly launched more than 600 drones at Moscow and surrounding areas, while Russian-controlled regions including occupied Crimea also reported heavy attacks. Russia warned the UK of “consequences” after reports that British-made drones were used against targets on the Russian mainland. The UK said it remained committed to equipping Ukraine to defend itself.

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