“Yes, it weakens Russian war capacity”
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Ukraine has developed indigenous long-range drone technology capable of striking targets deep inside Russian territory, raising strategic questions about escalation, proportionality, and the future of modern warfare. These strikes target military infrastructure—refineries, air defenses, aircraft—hundreds of kilometers from the front line, giving Ukraine new offensive capability independent of Western weapons restrictions. The debate centers on whether such operations strengthen Ukraine's defensive position or risk widening the conflict, with implications for NATO involvement and international norms around drone warfare.