On March 19-20, Ukraine conducted its most successful drone strike on the Engels-2 airbase, which is crucial for Russian strategic aviation operations. This attack particularly targeted munitions storage areas and is expected to hinder Russian air operations temporarily, forcing them to bolster defenses and replenish their ammunition supplies. According to British intelligence, the strike represents an escalation in Ukraine's UAV capability and illustrates the challenges faced by Russian air defenses. Aviation expert Anatolii Khrapchinskyi noted the importance of the targeted depots for missile preparation, emphasizing the strike's strategic impact.
On the night of 19-20 March, Ukraine executed its "most successful" strike on the Russian airbase at Engels-2, with significant implications for operations.
British intelligence reported this strike shows Ukraine's capability to conduct deep UAV strikes, likely disrupting Russian operations and prompting a defensive response.
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