Key facts
- Ukrainian drones attacked St. Petersburg.
- The attacks occurred during Russia's flagship economic forum.
- The BBC's Russia editor observed the event being overshadowed by the drone activity.
Ukrainian drone attacks on St. Petersburg occurred concurrently with Russia's flagship economic forum, according to the BBC's Russia editor, Steve Rosenberg. The security incidents overshadowed the event, which was intended to highlight Russia's economic stability and progress. The presence of drone activity reportedly detracted from the forum's objectives.