General · 24 September 2026

Ukraine and Russia escalate long-range drone attacks

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Both Ukraine and Russia are rapidly improving their long-range drone capabilities, with Ukraine now launching many more missions than before. Ukraine's FP-2 attack drones are disrupting Russian logistics, while Russia has upgraded its arsenal with jet-powered drones. These deep strikes are causing economic effects, including a 7.7% fall in Russia's crude oil production over a year.

By BriefTea Editorial · 24 September 2026 at 6:23

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