Spectacular Drone Attacks: How Ukraine Hits Putin's Mighty Bombers in the Heart of Russia
It concerns Russia's huge strategic bombers, aircraft like the Tu-95 or Tu-22M3. These machines are Putin's "long-range weapons," responsible for many of the devastating attacks on cities in Ukraine, where cruise missiles are launched. They often launch their deadly cargo far from Ukrainian airspace to avoid interception. Therefore, the airfields of these bombers are extremely important strategic points for Russia.
The Clever Trick with the Drone Trucks
But how did the Ukrainian drones reach so deep into the Russian hinterland, sometimes hundreds of kilometers from the border? Reports suggest that Ukraine used a rather clever trick. It is suspected that drones were launched from converted civilian trucks or similar vehicles. Imagine a regular truck tour suddenly becoming the start of a military operation! This would explain how the drones could penetrate so far undetected before starting their mission.
Why Ukraine "Kills the Archer"
The goal of these bold attacks is clear and is considered highly strategic by experts. Instead of just intercepting the missiles fired by the bombers, Ukraine is trying to eliminate the "archer" itself. By destroying or damaging the aircraft from which the cruise missiles are launched, Russia cannot carry out these devastating attacks in the first place. This reduces the threat at its root.
What the Experts Say
Military experts like Gustav Gressel are impressed by the range and success of these operations. They say Russia simply did not expect attacks at this depth and was not prepared for them. Such attacks force Russia to relocate its valuable bombers further away or to strengthen air defenses in places where they previously had no priority. This ties up Russian resources and limits the options for long-range attacks.
These drone attacks are more than just pinpricks. They are a sign of Ukraine's growing ability to strike far behind enemy lines and hit the Russian military where it believed itself to be safe. It is a spectacular attempt to hit the heart of the Russian air offensive.
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