Ukraine's drones open corridor for strikes on Moscow, military says
Photo: A Ukrainian drone operator (Getty Images)
Systematic strikes on Russian radar systems in the Bryansk region have opened new opportunities for Ukraine’s long-range drones, according to the 1st Separate Center of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' Unmanned Systems Forces.
According to the unit, operators from the Roni group of the 1st Separate Center have been systematically striking SKPP radar systems in Russia’s Bryansk region that monitor the airspace toward the Russian capital.
The center said these operations created a gap in Russia’s layered air defense network. According to the military, this made it possible to strike targets in St. Petersburg, Ust-Luga, and Moscow.
"When the enemy loses its eyes, the sky opens up for our long-range strikes," the military said.
The unit also released footage of Operation Polyphem. According to the military, the operation significantly improved the effectiveness of Ukraine's long-range Deep Strike drone operations in the northern direction.
Systematic strikes on Russian radar systems in the Bryansk region have opened new opportunities for #Ukraine’s long-range drones pic.twitter.com/Gy98Aabvmn
— RBC-Ukraine (@NewsUkraineRBC) June 30, 2026
The Unmanned Systems Forces added that it will not be easy for Russia to restore the damaged section of its air defense system, while the ongoing depletion of Russia's capabilities will continue.
Recent attacks on the Moscow region
Ukrainian drones have recently been carrying out regular strikes on targets in Russia's Moscow region.
In particular, the region came under a large-scale drone attack overnight on June 30, while President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a second strike on the Dubna space communications center.
The facility is located more than 500 kilometers (310 miles) from Ukraine's border and is used by Russia for satellite communications, intelligence gathering, and coordinating the operations of its army.
The Ukrainian General Staff first reported a strike on the Dubna facility on June 22. At the time, it said the attack had damaged a 32-meter Mark IV antenna and a technical building of the complex.
