Ukraine's 'Spider's Web': Drone Strikes Cripple Russian Air Power

Ukrainian Drones Launch Massive 'Spider's Web' Operation Against Russian Air Bases On 05.04.25, Ukraine launched a daring drone operation, codenamed "Spider's Web," targeting multiple Russian air bases. The operation, involving over 100 drones, reportedly caused significant damage to strategic bombers and air defense systems. Satellite images show extensive damage at several locations, including Olenya near Murmansk and Belaya in Irkutsk Oblast. The attacks, which occurred over 2,000 kilometers from the front lines, represent a significant escalation in the conflict. "This is a devastating blow to Russia's strategic air capability," said a source close to the Ukrainian military. Eyewitness accounts from near one of the affected air bases corroborate the scale of the destruction. The operation also involved the destruction of several railway bridges, further disrupting Russian logistics. The success of "Spider's Web" highlights the growing sophistication of Ukrainian tactics and the vulnerability of even remote Russian military installations. The operation's impact on Russia's air power and its psychological effect on Russian forces are likely to be significant.