In a groundbreaking move, Ukraine has successfully tested a long-range drone capable of reaching an astonishing 3,000 kilometres, enough to strike major Russian cities like Moscow and Saint Petersburg. This game-changing development was proudly announced by President Volodymyr Zelensky, who hailed the achievement as a significant step towards strengthening Ukraine’s security.
Zelensky shared the news in a recent address, stating, “There is good news regarding long-range drones: our 3,000-kilometre-range drone has successfully passed testing.” He went on to express his gratitude to the developers and manufacturers involved, saying, “We are advancing a line of long-range capabilities that will help guarantee the security of our state.”
A History of Long-Range Drone Strikes
While specific details about the latest drone are still under wraps, Ukraine has already demonstrated the effectiveness of its long-range drone capabilities in previous operations. In December 2024, a Ukrainian drone struck a high-rise apartment building in Kazan, a Russian city 1,000 kilometres from the border. Prior to that, a drone strike targeted a Russian oil refinery in Bashkortostan, approximately 1,200 kilometres from the frontier. On that occasion, the drone flew 1,500 kilometres to carry out its mission.
This latest success comes shortly after Ukraine announced the successful combat test of the Long Neptune cruise missile, which has an operational range of 1,000 kilometres. Clearly, Ukraine’s long-range capabilities are growing stronger with each test.
Ceasefire Proposal Rejected by Putin
In other news, Ukraine and Russia’s ongoing conflict reached a tense moment following a phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump. After the call, Russia agreed to temporarily pause attacks on Ukrainian energy facilities. However, this ceasefire proposal came with conditions. Putin demanded that the West halt all military and intelligence support for Ukraine in return for a full 30-day ceasefire.
President Zelensky was quick to respond, accusing Putin of rejecting the ceasefire outright, stating, “Today, Putin effectively rejected the proposal for a full ceasefire,” highlighting the persistent and unyielding nature of the conflict.
