Ukraine Escalates Deep Strikes Destroying Russian Air Defenses and Infrastructure
On June 7, Ukrainian drones conducted medium-range strikes across western Russia and occupied territories, successfully targeting and damaging military infrastructure, including air defense systems and logistics hubs. These attacks, carried out by various units of Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces, specifically focused on the critical land corridor connecting Russia to Crimea and other key supply routes. Reports also indicated continued strikes into the overnight hours of June 8, with fires reported at an electrical substation in Mariupol and in Alchevsk, although these remain unverified. These operations coincide with recent Ukrainian strikes on bridges vital to Russian logistics, impacting supply chains and contributing to fuel shortages in occupied Crimea.
John Q. Hosedrinker