Yesterday evening (June 1), ukraine executed an unprecedented operation codenamed “Spider’s Web”, targeting four Russian airbases deep inside russian territory. The attack-orchestrated by Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU)-reportedly destroyed or severely damaged over 40 Russian military aircraft, including strategic bombers and advanced reconnaissance planes. But how was this operation planned and executed?
18 Months of Silence, one Night of Blasts: Behind the Scenes
The operation employed a covert tactic: small but highly precise kamikaze drones concealed within wooden crates disguised as civilian cargo. These crates were transported by trucks near the targeted airbases before remotely opening to release the drones. AI-assisted navigation ensured precision strikes on runways and strategic aircraft.
The four targeted bases-Olenya, Belaya, Ivanovo, and Dyagilevo-span northern to central russia and serve as key hubs for strategic bombing campaigns against Ukraine. Simultaneous strikes maximized damage while overwhelming Russia’s defenses; some bases reportedly lacked adequate counter-drone systems.
The assault neutralized Tu-95/Tu-22M3 bombers and A-50 reconnaissance aircraft-losses President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed equaled nearly one-third of Russia’s long-range bomber capacity.Ukrainian officials estimate $7 billion in damages.
The West’s Shadow Role: Structural Support Without Direct Involvement
While no direct NATO/U.S. participation was confirmed:
- Aid included: Drone tech via UK/Latvia-led coalitions; financial investments in AI-guided systems; Starlink satellite networks (funded by U.S. DoD); NATO-developed Delta situational awareness software for target tracking.
- A disputed claim: Axios initially cited a Ukrainian official stating Washington was pre-briefed-later retracted as ”inaccurate.” Kyiv maintains operational independence.
The strikes coincided with ceasefire negotiations mediated by Turkey after three years . A prisoner swap agreement (1000 captives each ) preceded Monday ‘ s scheduled second round where Kyiv plans to propose :
- A 30 – day truce leading to territorial talks based on current frontlines
- No recognition of occupied territories ; post - war military sovereignty guarantees
- Direct Zelenskyy – Putin talks contingent on progress
Analysts suggest “Spider ‘ s Web ” aims to shift psychological leverage before diplomacy . Moscow may retaliate militarily or demand clauses restricting future Ukrainian strikes – potentially stalling negotiations .
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Ukrainian Official: Attacks on Russian Bases Conducted Without U.S. Knowledge!
According to webangah News Agency, citing Axios, a Ukrainian official stated that yesterday’s strikes on Russian airbases were conducted without prior U.S. knowledge.
A U.S. government source corroborated this claim in an interview with CBS, echoing the account of the unnamed Ukrainian official who spoke to Axios under anonymity.
Ukraine’s security service launched surprise drone attacks yesterday targeting multiple Russian airbases-Kyiv claims over 40 Russian bombers were destroyed in the operation.
The June 1 strikes hit at least four russian airfields in a coordinated drone assault. Ukrainian security officials told Ukrainska Pravda that the operation damaged approximately 40 aircraft,including strategic bombers.
The source revealed Ukraine had spent 18 months preparing for this mission. The security service first smuggled FPV camera-equipped drones into Russia, followed by wooden crates concealing additional drones.
“The crate roofs opened remotely at the optimal moment,” the official said, “releasing drones to strike russian bombers.”
the attack occurred one day before today’s scheduled second round of direct Russia-Ukraine negotiations in Istanbul.
38 Killed and Wounded in Zionist Attack on Humanitarian Aid Center in Rafah
According to webangah News Agency, Israeli forces once again opened fire on Palestinians awaiting humanitarian aid in Rafah.The attack occurred near a U.S.-run aid distribution center in western Rafah.
Initial reports from Nasser Hospital in Gaza indicate the assault resulted in 3 fatalities and 35 injuries. This follows yesterday’s deadly incident where Israeli attacks killed 30 and wounded 150 Palestinians queuing for humanitarian assistance near the Mawasi area of southern Gaza.
