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Unverified footage on social media appears to show an object flying over the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, on May 3, 2023.
  • Much remains unknown about the drone incident above the Kremlin on Wednesday.
  • However, a US think tank has said it was "likely" a Russian false flag operation. 
  • Several commentators have cautiously noted the potential political benefits for Russia.

A US think tank said that Russia "likely" staged an alleged drone attack on the Kremlin as a false flag operation, with other observers noting how politically advantageous the incident would be for Russian President Vladimir Putin.