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Ukraine's Drone Strikes Expose NATO's Readiness Gap

6/6/2025

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Recent drone strikes in Ukraine and Russia reveal a startling gap in Western readiness for modern warfare. Ukraine's bold attack on Russian air bases, which crippled 20 aircraft, has sent shockwaves through NATO, exposing potential weaknesses. Meanwhile, Russia, bolstered by China's support, is rapidly enhancing its drone technology, leaving Ukraine struggling to keep pace.

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Recent drone strikes in Ukraine and Russia reveal a startling gap in Western readiness for modern warfare. Ukraine's bold attack on Russian air bases, which crippled 20 aircraft, has sent shockwaves through NATO, exposing potential weaknesses. Meanwhile, Russia, bolstered by China's support, is rapidly enhancing its drone technology, leaving Ukraine struggling to keep pace.