Russia claims U.S. behind Ukraine drone attack on the Kremlin
NBCDec 24, 2022
The Facts
In a week marked by frequent attacks, Russia again launched a swarm of kamikaze drones over Ukraine in the early hours of Thursday — a day after it accused Ukraine of attempting to assassinate its president in a drone attack on the Kremlin. Ukraine's air force said Russia launched up to 24 drones, 18 of which it said were shot down, including all those over Kyiv.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian officials also said that 12 of 15 drones were shot down over Odesa. Those that penetrated reportedly struck the dormitories of an educational institution. A number of the drones were daubed with "for Moscow," or "for the Kremlin." There were no reports of civilian casualties.
The Spin
Pro-Russia narrative
Russian intelligence services can not only prove that Kyiv was behind the terrorist attack on the Kremlin, but also that Washington was involved. Washington should proceed with caution if it continues with this inflammatory tact.
Pro-Ukraine narrative
Ukraine did not attack the Kremlin. Moscow plotted this cheap trick to motivate Russian society to continue supporting Putin's failed invasion. What better way to stir support for their disgraced leader than a failed assassination attempt?
Pro-establishment narrative
The Biden administration had no foreknowledge of the attack on the Kremlin and is still ascertaining the details around the event, including the possibility it was staged by the Kremlin.
Metaculus Prediction
Establishment split
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