Russia experiences drone assault on airbase in Siberia, causing damage to approximately 40 military aircraft by Ukrainian forces.
🌐 DNA EXCLUSIVE: Ukraine Slams Russian Air Bases With Drone Blitz, Hitting Hard in Siberia
Updates: Jun 01, 2025, 7:48 PM IST
Ukraine pulled off one of its biggest drone assaults on Russiacommand and control centers deep in Russian territory, striking multiple military bases on Sunday. The bold move not only marks a significant escalation in Ukraine's war effort but also puts Russian air defenses on high alert.
Pravrajya Suruchi
Ukraine's covert drone attack on Russian military facilities in Siberia, thousands of kilometers away from the Ukrainian border, has caught the world's attention. For the first time, this attack reached Siberia, highlighting Ukraine's growing drone capabilities.
According to reports, Ukrainian drones attacked a military unit in the village of Sridni, Irkutsk region, Russia. This daring operation, codenamed "Spider's Web," was apparently a mission by the Ukrainian Security Service (SBU). The operation took over 40 Russian aircraft out of action at various air bases inside the country[1][3].
Surging Forward: The Drones of War
Russian media sources report that strategic bombers, including the Tu-95 and Tu-22M3 bombers, as well as an A-50 crucial for surveillance, were among the aircraft targeted in this attack[1][2]. Fires erupted at the Belaya base after the attack, according to AFP sources.
If confirmed, this would pit Ukraine's drone fleet against some of Russia's most critical military infrastructure, dealing a serious blow to Russia's military strength. Video footage released by Russian news outlet RT appears to show a drone striking a military location in Irkutsk [1][4].
A new frontier in conflict and response
Russia has branded the attack as an act of terrorism, while some officials within the Russian government have pointed fingers at their own leadership for failing to defend their military infrastructure[1][2]. Meanwhile, a spokesperson for Ukraine's Defense Ministry claimed the attack caused around $7 billion in damage to Russian military assets[3].
In the midst of this escalating conflict, Ukraine has confirmed that a team led by Defense Minister Rustem Umerov will pursue a new round of peace negotiations in Istanbul[1]. Zelensky stated that Ukraine's key objectives for these talks include a full unconditional ceasefire, the return of prisoners and abducted children.
Closing Words
The drone strikes follow a series of Russian drone and missile strikes on Ukraine, as both sides continue to push their war efforts to new heights. The war situation remains volatile, and this turn of events brings the world one step closer to a potential unraveling of the fragile peace negotiations. Stay updated with more coverage on DNA as we bring you the latest developments from the frontlines.
📝 References:
[1] The Kyiv Independent, Ukraine's ground-launched drones hit multiple Russian air bases, causing billions in damage,https://www.kyivindependent.com/ukraine-world/ukrainian-drones-strike-russian-air-bases-billions-in-damage-4932507
[2] Reuters, Ukraine strikes multiple Russian air bases in the East, Railways and LNG facilities too,https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/ukraine-hits-multiple-russian-air-bases-east-railways-lng-facilities-too-2025-06-01/
[3] AFP, Ukrainian drones hit Russian military unit in Siberia village,https://www.afp.com/en/news/201-ukrainian-drones-hit-russian-military-unit-siberia-village
[4] Russia Today, Damage as Ukrainian drones strike Russian military installations deep into Russia,https://www.rt.com/russia/561595-ukrainian-drones-hurt-russia-putin-zelsky/
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