Ukraine launched a drone strike named 'Spiderweb' against Russian airbases, claiming significant damage to military assets over several regions. President Zelenskyy indicated the operation took 18 months to plan and deployed 117 drones directed by operators in different time zones. The Ukrainian Security Service emphasized this operation aimed for retribution against constant Russian bombings. While Ukraine reported four hit airbases, Russian sources claimed five were attacked, showcasing differing narratives following the operation's execution.
The destruction of enemy bombers is a task set before us by the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who personally supervised the special operation. The adversary bombed our country almost every night from these aircraft, and today they have felt that retribution is inevitable.
Ukrainian operatives hid explosive-laden drones inside trucks transporting prefabricated wooden cabins, which were driven into various regions of Russia by unwitting Russian drivers. In several cases, the drones reportedly launched after the trucks were parked near military facilities.
According to a post on X from Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the operation, which took 18 months of planning, involved 117 drones, with operators in three different time zones directing kamikaze attacks against the Russian bomber fleet.
In a surprising twist, while the Ukrainians claim only four airbases were attacked, Russian state media is reporting five were hit, indicating a discrepancy in the perception of the operation's success.
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