Explosions in Bryansk: Ukraine's Shadow War Intensifies

Explosions Rock Bryansk Airfield: Ukraine's Covert Operations and China's Response On June 7th, 2025, a series of powerful explosions rocked an airfield in Bryansk Oblast, Russia. Videos circulating online show significant damage to military assets, including the complete destruction of a Mi-8 helicopter and partial damage to a Mi-35 helicopter. Russian state media reported the incident as an attack on their military aviation. The explosions followed Ukraine's ongoing "Spider's Web" operation, a series of covert strikes targeting Russian military infrastructure and personnel within Russia and abroad. The Washington Post reported that Ukraine is preparing new operations similar to "Spider's Web". "Ukraine's dirty war is just getting started," stated a recent Washington Post article, highlighting the increased sophistication and frequency of these attacks. This sentiment is echoed in the video's description. The video also notes the reaction of China, whose spokesperson, Liu Pengyu, called for de-escalation and stressed China's adherence to a clear and consistent position regarding the full-scale war in Ukraine. He emphasized the need to avoid further conflict escalation. The incident underscores the ongoing tensions and evolving tactics in the Russo-Ukrainian conflict. The video's visual evidence and the official statements from China provide a multifaceted perspective on this developing situation. The need for de-escalation, as highlighted by China, remains a crucial point for international efforts to resolve the conflict.