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Under the cloak of darkness in rural Ukraine, attack drones are meticulously assembled before embarking on long-range missions deep into Russian territory.
These strikes, targeting vital oil refineries, fuel depots, and military logistics hubs, represent a significant escalation in Ukraine’s drone campaign since the summer, now reaching unprecedented distances.
In near silence, officers in body armour work with precision, their headlamps glowing red to maintain concealment. Engines sputter briefly before each drone lifts from a makeshift runway, heading east into the moonless night
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