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Part of Ukrainian forces are successfully repelling Russian advances while the invading force is showing signs of exhaustion and dwindling manpower.

How could the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine affect Moscow?

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Moscow's business district may be targeted by asymmetric warfare tactics The ongoing conflict has seen a strategic shift toward what experts describe as a "dirty war," involving asymmetrical and unconventional warfare tactics. This strategy includes the use of drone and missile strikes against civilian targets and symbolic locations.

Reported by 12 independent outlets Written Oct 9
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Mild negative
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How it reaches Moscow

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The facts so far

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  • The conflict is evolving into a "dirty war," characterized by asymmetrical, unconventional warfare.greanvillepost.com
  • This shift includes drone and missile strikes against civilian targets and symbolic locations like Moscow's business district.greanvillepost.com
  • Russia reportedly manufactures 15,000 drones daily, underpinning a sustained drone-missile campaign against Ukraine.greanvillepost.com

Why it matters

The targeting of a major capital's business district represents a significant escalation in the conflict's nature, moving beyond traditional military engagements into economic and political warfare. If these strikes become more frequent or targeted, the city's infrastructure and the confidence of its business community could face sustained disruption and financial strain.

This tactic is part of a broader strategy of "salami slicing" territorial gains and escalation control, where Russia aims to keep the conflict contained to avoid direct NATO involvement. The use of asymmetric tactics is intended to destabilize Russian society politically and economically, eroding public support for the special military operation.

What we don't know yet

  • Will Russia increase its air defense capabilities around Moscow to counter these strikes?
  • How will the Kremlin respond to strikes targeting its symbolic economic centers?

Is this still moving?

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70%

What would change this answer

Ukraine increases its drone production and range capabilitiesThe likelihood of strikes against major Russian urban centers, including Moscow, would increase.
Russia successfully deploys advanced anti-drone systems over MoscowThe effectiveness of asymmetric strikes against the capital's infrastructure would likely decrease.

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