Ukraine's Deep Strike: Dozens of Russian Warplanes Destroyed in Audacious Drone Attack

Ukraine's audacious drone strike on Russian air bases deep inside Russia has sparked international attention. Video footage obtained by CNN shows the aftermath of the attack, with plumes of black smoke billowing from several airfields. More than 40 aircraft, including strategic bombers and rare surveillance planes, were reportedly destroyed. The attack, launched from inside Russia using drones deployed from a truck near a highway, has been confirmed by the Russian Ministry of Defense, who have described it as a terrorist attack. CNN sources have confirmed the attack was launched by Ukraine's Security Service (SBU). "Videos circulating on social media from Siberia show plumes of thick black smoke billowing out of targets," reported CNN. Despite the scale of the operation, there are currently no reports of casualties. The incident highlights the escalating conflict and the increasing use of drones in modern warfare. The swiftness and precision of the attack underscore Ukraine's evolving military capabilities and strategic thinking. The Russian Ministry of Defense's confirmation of the attack and its characterization as terrorism further fuels the ongoing geopolitical tensions.