Ukraine's $7 Billion Drone Strike: A Daring Attack on Russia

Ukraine Launches Major Drone Strike on Russia, Causing $7 Billion in Damage On Sunday, June 1, 2025, Ukraine launched a large-scale drone attack on multiple Russian military sites, causing an estimated $7 billion in damages. The operation, dubbed 'Operation Spiderweb' by Ukrainian intelligence, involved 117 drones, many of which successfully hit their targets. The attack focused on long-range bombers, including the supersonic Tu-160 aircraft, significantly diminishing Russia's ability to conduct bombing raids on Ukraine. Unverified video circulating on Russian Telegram channels shows the aftermath of the attacks and men attempting to thwart the drones. "It’s considered one of the most audacious attacks in modern warfare," stated a 10 News First Australia report. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy praised the operation, calling it "a brilliant operation." He even noted that the command center for the attack was located near an FSB (Russia's intelligence service) headquarters, emphasizing the boldness and strategic planning behind the attack. The successful drone strike demonstrates Ukraine's continued capacity to resist Russian aggression and underscores the ongoing conflict's complexities. Peace talks between the two countries are continuing in Turkey.