Ukraine deploys British-made drones for deep-strike operations inside Russian territory

Reports indicate that the Ukrainian military has commenced using British-supplied drones to target strategic sites deep within Russia. This marks a significant escalation in long-range capabilities and follows recent strikes on Russian infrastructure. The development comes as Kyiv seeks to disrupt Russian logistics and energy facilities that support the ongoing invasion, despite previous restrictions on the use of Western-supplied weaponry for strikes inside Russian borders.

Date: August 16, 2026

Location: Western Russia, Russia

Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War

Category: airstrike

Severity: HIGH

Source: The Kyiv Independent

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