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Ukraine's Drone Attacks Overshadow Russia's Economic Forum in St Petersburg
On June 7, 2026, Ukrainian drone attacks on St Petersburg disrupted Russia's flagship economic forum. The strikes left a visible plume of smoke over the city, casting a shadow over Putin's event. The attacks marked a new escalation in the conflict's impact on Russia's domestic priorities.
Ukrainian drones targeted infrastructure in St Petersburg during the economic forum, which was meant to showcase Russia's economic resilience. The attacks, confirmed by the BBC's Russia editor, caused immediate disruption and raised concerns about the safety of high-profile events. The exact number of drones and casualties were not immediately reported, but the visual impact was stark. The forum, which included discussions on economic reforms and international trade, was forced to proceed with heightened security measures.
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PublicBBC WorldJun 7, 11:11 AM
Steve Rosenberg: Lasting image of Russia's economic forum is plume of smoke over St PetersburgThe BBC's Russia editor saw Putin's flagship economic event overshadowed by Ukrainian drones attacks.
PublicBBC WorldJun 7, 11:11 AM
Steve Rosenberg: Russia's economic forum overshadowed by drone attacks on St PetersburgThe BBC's Russia editor saw Putin's flagship economic event overshadowed by Ukrainian drones attacks.