Ukraine Strikes Deep into Russia: Drone Attack on Belaya Airbase

Ukraine's attack on Belaya airbase: Footage shows burning airfield and truck-launched drones. June 1st, 2025. A significant attack on a Russian airbase has been reported by Ukrainian officials. Video footage shows the Belaya airbase in flames, with multiple explosions visible. The head of Ukraine's Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), Vasyl Malyuk, commented on the operation, noting the strategic importance of the airbase and its distance from Ukraine. 'The Belaya airbase is located in Irkutsk Oblast, almost 5,000 kilometers from Ukraine,' Malyuk stated. 'This base houses long-range aviation, including the 44th and 200th Guards heavy bomber aviation regiments.' The video also shows a truck launching drones, which are believed to have been used in the attack. The incident highlights the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, and the increasing use of drones in modern warfare. The strategic implications of this attack are still being assessed by military analysts. The attack underscores the evolving tactics in the conflict and the potential for long-range drone strikes to target strategic assets deep within enemy territory.