**Ukraine Launches Large-Scale Drone Assault on Russian Airbases**

Wed Jun 04 2025 21:00:46 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
**Ukraine Launches Large-Scale Drone Assault on Russian Airbases**

Kyiv's Operation Spider’s Web targets strategic sites across Russia to disrupt continuous bombardment.


In an unprecedented move, Ukraine has executed one of its most extensive drone operations aimed at Russian airbases stretching from Siberia to the western border. This operation, dubbed Operation Spider’s Web, represents a significant tactical shift as Ukraine continues to adapt its strategies amidst the ongoing conflict.

Ukraine's drone offensive on Sunday showcases not only military ingenuity but also showcases resilience against Russian aggression. While the full extent of damage remains unverified, Ukraine claims to have utilized 117 drones which potentially led to the destruction or damage of 41 Russian aircraft. This aerial campaign aims to undermine Russia's relentless bombing efforts and emphasizes Kyiv’s capability to impose costs on Moscow.

The operation complicates ongoing diplomatic talks, as both sides engaged in negotiations in Istanbul over a cease-fire without any agreement reached post-strike. Ukrainian officials celebrate the mission’s success as a morale booster for the nation, while Russian media urges for a swift and forceful response.

The extensive drone strikes were reported in five regions within Russia, with airbases in Murmansk and Irkutsk reportedly ablaze. This latest development sets a new precedence in the evolving military dynamics of the Russia-Ukraine war, emphasizing the need for adaptive strategies in modern warfare.

As tensions rise, experts caution that retaliatory measures may follow, potentially intensifying the conflict further. Both nations now brace for responses that could shape the next phase of this protracted war.

In a landscape defined by rapid changes and brutal confrontations, Ukraine's significant operational choices continue to demonstrate resilience and tactical innovation, amidst a challenging battlefield scenario.

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