03/06/2025
On June 1, 2025, Ukraine executed a significant drone operation, known as Operation Spider’s Web, targeting multiple Russian air bases deep within the country. The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) coordinated this covert attack, deploying 117 drones from concealed launch points within Russian territory. The operation aimed at five strategic air bases—Belaya, Dyagilevo, Ivanovo Severny, Olenya, and Ukrainka—spanning five different oblasts across Russia. According to Ukrainian officials, the attack resulted in damage to over 40 Russian military aircraft, including long-range bombers .