Drone Attack on Moscow Raises Tensions as Putin Plays Down Threat Despite Failure of Russian Weapons

Russia attempted and largely failed to retaliate against Ukraine for recent attacks, signaling their inability to gain the upper hand in the conflict.
Public opinion in Russia is difficult to determine, but analysts doubt Tuesday's attack will seriously impact support for Putin's war in Ukraine.
The attack brought the reality of the war home for many Muscovites, despite Russian attempts to downplay the threat.
Russia continues to blame Ukraine for attacks, but Ukraine denies responsibility.
The UK has supplied weapons to Ukraine, angering Russia and leading a former president to call British officials “legitimate targets.”