Ukraine's largest drone attack strikes Moscow Oblast, Aug 15–16 2026

What we know

• Russia claimed this was the largest Ukrainian drone attack to date, reporting 822 drones shot down. 3
• The Wildberries warehouse near Moscow was struck and set on fire; video footage circulated online. 2 5
• Ukrainian forces specifically targeted Moscow Oblast, damaging the Wildberries warehouse in what was described as a major attack. 1 5
• At least six people were killed in Russia as a result of the drone strikes, according to Russian sources. 4 6
• Acting governor-level officials in Russia confirmed Ukrainian strikes killed six people. 6