British drones have been used for the first time to carry out strikes deep inside Russian territory, according to The Times. According to the newspaper, the UAVs were directed at strategic military targets that support the logistics and supply of the Russian army. Weapons and drone systems previously supplied by London had been used mainly near the front line or in temporarily occupied territories.
Briefly about the main points
- The Times reported on the first strikes by British UAVs deep inside Russia.
- The geographical scope of the use of British systems has extended beyond the front line and the occupied territories.
- The targets are said to be military support facilities for the Russian army.
- London plans to supply Ukraine with up to 150,000 drones by the end of 2026.
The geographical scope of application of British systems has changed
Until now, British unmanned aerial systems and other weaponry supplied to Ukraine had been used mainly along the front line or in territories temporarily occupied by Russia. Their use has now extended to targets deep within Russian territory.
The UK Ministry of Defence has announced a package of at least 120,000 drones for Ukraine for 2026, including thousands of long-range strike drones. A UK government briefing mentions a broader target of 150,000 drones by the end of the year.
Attacks on logistics could make it more difficult to supply the troops
According to The Times, the drones targeted sites linked to logistics and the supply lines of the Russian army. The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence explains that strikes on logistics hubs, depots and supply routes could disrupt the delivery of resources and the movement of reserves.
