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1. 28d ago

   Ukraine Uses UK Drones for Deep Strikes in Russia

   Ukraine has begun using British-made drones for long-range strikes on targets inside Russia, marking a significant escalation in the aerial war between the two countries. The drones have been used for 'deep strikes' in mainland Russia, with civilians paying the price for the intensified conflict. This development comes as Russia and Ukraine have stepped up their aerial attacks.

   Why it matters

   The use of drones in the conflict between Ukraine and Russia has changed the dynamics of the war, allowing for more precise and long-range strikes. The conflict has been ongoing since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with both sides suffering significant losses. The international community has been closely watching the developments in the region, with many countries providing military aid to Ukraine.

   What is confirmed

   • Russia and Ukraine have stepped up their aerial war.
   • UK drones have been used for 'deep strikes' in mainland Russia for the first time.
   • Ukraine has begun using British-made drones for long-range strikes on Russia.

   What to watch next

   • Further escalation of the aerial war between Ukraine and Russia
   • International response to Ukraine's use of British-made drones
   • Impact on civilian populations in Ukraine and Russia
   Sources used for this update (6)

   1. CNN — Russia and Ukraine have stepped up their aerial war. Civilians are paying the price
   2. The Times — UK drones used for ‘deep strikes’ in mainland Russia for first time
   3. BBC — UK-made drones strike targets inside Russia
   4. Українська правда — Ukraine reported to have begun using British drones for long-range strikes on Russia – photo
   5. The New York Times — From the Sky to the Battlefield
   6. Le Monde.fr — Inside the nighttime operations of the Ukraine drone regiment pummelling Moscow
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