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In May 2026, Ukraine deployed more than 1,300 long-range drones aimed at military installations within Russia, striking missile production facilities, oil refineries, and key supply depots — with some impacts felt in the Moscow area. This extensive strike initiative has significantly broadened in both reach and frequency compared to 2025, made possible by locally manufactured drones with increased capabilities. Russian air defense systems are facing challenges in certain areas. The operation aims to hinder Russian military production and logistics right at their origin.

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00:00Ukraine's drone war has reached a new level, and it is hitting deep inside Russia.
00:05Ukraine launched over 1,300 long-range drones at targets inside Russia in May 2026 alone.
00:12The targets included missile factories, oil refineries, ammunition depots, and strategic
00:17military facilities, some reaching the Moscow region. This represents a dramatic expansion
00:23from 2025's campaign. Enabled by domestically produced Ukrainian drones with significantly
00:29extended range, Russian air defenses intercepted many of the drones but were overwhelmed in some
00:35sectors, allowing strikes on high-value targets. Ukrainian military officials say the campaign
00:41is designed to cut Russian war production at the source, reducing the number of missiles and drones
00:47Russia can fire at Ukrainian cities. The ISW confirmed the strikes are also degrading Russian
00:52logistics from Luhansk to Crimea. Russia responded by launching 229 drones at Ukraine on the night
00:59of June 1. The drone war has fundamentally changed the conflict's geography. The front line now
01:05extends deep into Russian territory itself.
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