Ukraine strikes Russian Satellite communications hub near Moscow again

Ukraine has launched another long-range strike on a key Russian satellite communications hub near Moscow, marking the second reported attack on the strategic military facility in recent days, as the conflict between the two countries continues to intensify.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the operation targeted the satellite communications centre in Dubna, located in the Moscow region. The facility is considered an important part of Russia's military communications infrastructure and has previously been targeted by Ukrainian forces.

Meanwhile, Russia's Defence Ministry claimed its air defence systems intercepted 419 Ukrainian drones overnight, including 56 drones headed towards Moscow. Russian authorities said the large-scale aerial assault prompted the temporary closure of airports serving the capital, though no major casualties were immediately reported.

The latest exchange underscores Ukraine's strategy of carrying out deep strikes against critical Russian military and communications infrastructure, while Moscow continues to rely on extensive air defence systems to counter the growing number of long-range drone attacks.

The renewed attacks come amid escalating cross-border strikes by both sides, with Ukraine increasing pressure on Russian military assets far from the front lines and Russia continuing missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities. The conflict, now in its fifth year, has seen an increased use of drones as both countries seek to weaken each other's military capabilities.