Are the surprise airfield attacks a turning point for Ukraine?
Summary
Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) conducted a significant operation called "Spider's Web" targeting Russian airbases. The attack involved drones and resulted in damage to Russian aircraft, with Ukraine claiming many planes were destroyed or severely damaged.Key Facts
- Ukraine's Security Service, known as the SBU, led an operation named "Spider's Web."
- The operation targeted Russian strategic aviation at four airbases: Olenya, Ivanovo, Dyagilevo, and Belaya.
- Ukrainian drones were used to damage or destroy Russian bombers and transport aircraft.
- Ukraine claims that 41 Russian aircraft were damaged or destroyed, with half being beyond repair.
- The operation was reportedly planned for over a year and a half.
- Satellite images and drone footage released by Ukraine show damaged Russian planes.
- Drones targeted key parts of the aircraft, like fuel tanks, leading to fires and explosions.
- The Kremlin has not provided much information about the attacks.
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