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Operation Spiderweb

Ukraine’s Audacious Drone Assault and the Dawn of Asymmetric Warfare

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Operation Spiderweb

By: Ethan Steele
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In the shadow of a protracted war that has reshaped the world, Ukraine unleashes a daring strike that defies the odds and redefines modern conflict. Operation Spiderweb: Ukraine’s Audacious Drone Assault and the Dawn of Asymmetric Warfare by Ethan Steele chronicles the riveting true story of how Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) orchestrated one of the most innovative military operations in history. Over 18 months, operatives smuggled more than 100 low-cost drones deep into Russian territory, concealing them in everyday trucks and modular structures, before launching a synchronized swarm attack on remote airbases on June 1, 2025.

From the historical roots of the Ukraine-Russia war to the minute-by-minute execution that destroyed billions in Russian strategic bombers—like the Tu-95 and Tu-22M3—Steele weaves a gripping narrative of ingenuity, risk, and resilience. Drawing on exclusive interviews with SBU operatives, drone engineers, and analysts, the book explores the evolution of Ukraine’s intelligence apparatus, the revolutionary role of affordable drone technology, and the operation’s profound geopolitical fallout. It exposes vulnerabilities in traditional military doctrines, sparks ethical debates on deep strikes and civilian risks, and offers prescient insights into the future of warfare, where swarms of inexpensive unmanned systems can topple high-value giants.

Part historical overview, part tactical thriller, and part forward-looking analysis, this meticulously researched account captures how Operation Spiderweb not only shifted the balance in Ukraine’s favor but also signaled a new era where agility and innovation triumph over brute force. Essential reading for anyone interested in military strategy, international relations, or the transformative power of technology in conflict.
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