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On September 10, 2024, Ukraine executed a significant drone attack on Moscow, resulting in the death of a woman and damage to residential buildings. Russian air defenses claimed to have shot down 144 drones, disrupting air traffic at major airports. This marks one of the largest drone assaults on Russian territory since the war began.
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On September 13, 2024, Russia's FSB announced the expulsion of six British diplomats, accusing them of espionage and subversive activities. The UK government dismissed these claims as baseless, framing the move as retaliation for previous Western actions against Russian officials. This incident coincides with a meeting between UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and US President Joe Biden regarding the Ukraine conflict.
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The US State Department has accused RT of evolving from a media outlet into a covert intelligence operation, engaging in disinformation and military procurement. Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged allies to treat RT's activities as intelligence operations, highlighting its global influence and recent sanctions against its personnel.