The assault, which the mayor called the largest on Russia’s capital since the war began, was a reminder of Ukraine’s power to strike as its president proposes an air truce.

The drones used are made in Ukraine, employ the latest technology, and were sent in such numbers that Russian air defences were unable to cope

Ukraine launched its largest-ever drone attack on Moscow as a delegation met with U.S. officials in Saudi Arabia for talks about ending the war with Russia.