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