Ukraine escalates drone strikes on Russia
Ukraine has sharply expanded its drone campaign against Russia, with strikes happening almost daily since June. The attacks have focused on oil refineries, energy infrastructure, and warehouse facilities, including sites linked to Russia’s largest online retailer. Some of the drones have flown more than 2,000 kilometers, putting even distant regions such as Siberia within range.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said the goal is to bring the war home to ordinary Russians by damaging the economy and disrupting everyday life. But analysts caution that the strategy could also work against Ukraine if it gives Vladimir Putin more justification to intensify the war and build domestic support.
Key Events
- Ukraine began launching near-daily drone strikes deep into Russian territory in June.
- The attacks have targeted oil refineries, energy infrastructure, and warehouses.
- Long-range drones have reached areas as far away as Siberia, traveling over 2,000 kilometers.
- Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the aim is to make ordinary Russians feel the cost of the war by disrupting the economy and daily life.
- Analysts warned the campaign could backfire by helping Vladimir Putin justify escalation and rally support for the war.