Moscow's Airports Shut Down by Ukraine - Jason Jay Smart

In a major escalation, Ukrainian drone attacks have reached the heart of Russia, closing Moscow's airports and disrupting airspace. Russian officials have confirmed a large-scale drone assault on the capital, forcing flight cancellations and delays at major international hubs. The air defense systems were reportedly engaged for hours, underscoring the expanding reach of the conflict deep into Russian territory.

In occupied Crimea, Ukrainian forces conducted a historic operation with strategic significance. Drones successfully targeted and destroyed two Be-12 amphibious patrol aircraft. This drone attack also hit an Mi-8 helicopter, dealing a significant blow to Russia's naval aviation capabilities and maritime surveillance in the Black Sea. The targeted aircraft, vital for detecting and combating submarines, represent an irreplaceable loss for Russian forces, signaling a new vulnerability for high-value military assets on the peninsula.

The geopolitical tension is also being felt across Europe, with drone sightings causing chaos and airport closures in major cities like Copenhagen and Oslo. While a direct Russian connection is not confirmed, officials have not ruled out a link to a "capable actor."

Meanwhile, pro-Ukrainian partisan groups like ATESH are active behind enemy lines, claiming responsibility for sabotaging railway tracks in Smolensk to disrupt the logistics for Kh-59 missile production.

The recent attacks on Russian airports, military aircraft, and logistics demonstrate Ukraine’s expanding capability to strike deep into enemy territory, marking a critical new phase in the conflict.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Russia's Military is Breaking Apart
01:35 Drone Attacks on Russian Airports and Airspace
03:57 Russia is Threatening Europe with Drones
05:22 Black Sea Fleet is Losing Its Eyes
07:01 The Inevitable End of Putin's Regime
10:52 Why Russia Is Out of Options and Losing the War
14:43 Outro