The long-range drone war: Ukraine and Russia scramble for supremacy in the skies

The long-range drone war: Ukraine and Russia scramble for supremacy in the skies

Ukraine and Russia are intensifying a competition in the air, shifting from traditional ground combat to advanced long‑range drones. Both sides are deploying unmanned aircraft to strike military installations, industrial facilities, economic infrastructure and civilian areas. The evolving drone warfare reflects a broader strategic move toward remote, precision attacks, altering the dynamics of the ongoing conflict.