NPR
Inside a secretive Ukrainian team launching deep drone strikes at Russia
Saturday, June 27, 2026
# Ukrainian Drones Strike Russian Targets at Long Range
Ukraine has conducted drone strikes inside Russian territory, with some reaching distances of up to 1,200 miles. The strikes have targeted oil refineries and fuel storage depots. NPR observed operations with one Ukrainian team conducting these long-range drone missions.
Original reporting: https://www.npr.org/2026/06/27/g-s1-129704/ukraine-long-range-drones-russia-war