Ukraine begins using British drones to strike targets deep within Russia, Times reports

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   Ukraine uses British drones for deep strikes in Russia

   Ukraine has begun using British-made drones to strike targets deep within Russia, according to multiple reports. The drones, reportedly used for the first time in mainland Russia, have been involved in significant attacks. In July, Ukrainian drone attacks killed 201 civilians and injured 1,441 in Russia, making it Russia's deadliest month in two years.

   Why it matters

   The use of British drones by Ukraine marks an escalation in the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The strikes are part of a broader effort by Ukraine to target Russian infrastructure and military capabilities. The development raises questions about the international community's involvement in the conflict and Russia's response to these new tactics.

   What is confirmed

   • Ukraine has used British-made drones to strike targets deep within Russia.
   • In July, Ukrainian drone attacks killed 201 civilians and injured 1,441 in Russia.
   • The drones were used for the first time in mainland Russia for 'deep strikes'.
   • The attacks have been part of a significant escalation in the conflict.

   What to watch next

   • Russia's response to the use of British drones
   • The scale and impact of future Ukrainian drone attacks
   • International reactions to Ukraine's use of British drones
   Sources used for this update (10)

   1. The Kyiv Independent — Ukraine begins using British drones to strike targets deep within Russia, Times reports
   2. The Times — UK drones used for ‘deep strikes’ in mainland Russia for first time
   3. BBC — Newspaper headlines: UK-made drones 'strike Russia' and 'Phone theft Britain'
   4. ina.iq — Russia: 201 Civilians Killed, 1,441 Injured in Ukrainian Drone Attacks in July » Iraqi News Agency
   5. news.cgtn.com — Ukraine drone strikes kill 201 in Russia's deadliest month in 2 years – reports
   6. Crypto Briefing — Ukraine uses UK-made drones in conflict with Russia
   7. Мілітарний — The Times: Ukraine Used British Nyan Drones to Attack Oil Refineries
   8. lbc.co.uk — UK drones used for ‘deep strikes’ in mainland Russia, as Ukraine launches huge aerial attack
   9. BBC — UK-made drones strike targets inside Russia
   10. The Independent — British drones used in Ukrainian attacks deep inside Russia for first time - report
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