Ukraine's recent drone offensive targeting Russian airbases underscores the vulnerability of US airbases, particularly in the Pacific, amid rising global tensions. Dubbed Operation Spiderweb, Ukraine successfully launched over a hundred drones, reportedly damaging 41 aircraft, including strategic bombers and inflicting damage estimated at $7 billion. This operation reignited discussions among US military leaders about the necessity to upgrade defenses against drone strikes. The response highlights the speed at which warfare is evolving, urging the US to adapt its defense strategies and consider new counter-drone measures in light of adversaries' advancements.
US military leaders took note of the drone attack's implications, emphasizing the necessity for rapid adaptation to new warfare dynamics and enhanced airbase defenses.
Secretary of the Navy John Phelan remarked that the Ukrainian operation demonstrated the need for the US to acquire more counter-drone systems.
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