Ukraine has executed a bold and unprecedented drone strike deep into Russian territory, targeting and destroying over 40 Russian bombers across multiple airbases. This strategic operation, named “Operation Spider’s Web,” involved the deployment of 117 drones aimed at striking critical locations far from the frontline.
Details of the Operation
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy hailed the mission as an “absolutely brilliant result” by the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), emphasizing that it was the longest-range operation conducted since the onset of the war. Ukrainian sources claim that the strike led to the destruction of 34% of Russia’s strategic bombers, significantly impairing Russia’s military aviation capabilities.
Context and Reactions
The strike came just before the second round of direct peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, planned to take place in Istanbul, Turkey. Although expectations for a major breakthrough remain low, Ukraine intends to present a comprehensive roadmap for peace during these talks.
Russia has harshly condemned the drone attacks, labeling them as a “terrorist attack”. In retaliation, Moscow claims to have shot down over 160 Ukrainian drones in a counteroffensive, demonstrating the high intensity of unmanned warfare between the two nations.
Significance of the Drone Strike
This operation highlights several key points:
- Ukraine’s rapidly advancing drone warfare capabilities.
- A strong message to Russia about Ukraine’s readiness to escalate military efforts.
- The increased complexity introduced into ongoing peace negotiations in Istanbul as military actions continue aggressively.
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