Russian defence ministry confirms 5 airbases targeted in Ukrainian drone strike

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Russia’s defense ministry acknowledged that Ukrainian drone strikes targeted five airbases, resulting in damage to aircraft, with Kyiv accused of launching the attacks from near airfields in Murmansk and Irkutsk. Ukraine claims to have destroyed approximately 40 Russian military planes. Analysts suggest these strikes may be an attempt to pressure Moscow ahead of peace talks in Istanbul, although there is skepticism regarding the potential for any meaningful breakthrough in negotiations.

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