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Ukraine fires nearly 1,200 drones at Russia as U.S.-led talks consider wider European security
Ukraine launched almost 1,200 drones at Russian targets overnight, in one of its largest aerial attacks since Russia’s full-scale invasion began. At the same time, U.S. and Russian negotiators widened discussions about ending the war to include Europe’s post-Cold War security arrangements, raising concerns among European leaders about NATO’s future role.
After talks in Abu Dhabi, U.S. envoys briefed Vladimir Putin in Moscow and Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Dublin, with further discussions planned. Russia agreed to include Europe in upcoming talks, while European officials warned against discussing security arrangements before a ceasefire. Zelenskyy also said speed limits on Ukraine’s Starshield-connected drones were hampering their use against fast Russian drones.
In short
- Ukraine launched almost 1,200 drones at Russian targets overnight.
- U.S.-led talks now include wider European security arrangements.
- Zelenskyy says Starshield speed limits hinder Ukrainian drone defence.
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The case for
Ukraine can argue that large drone attacks are a necessary response to Russia’s invasion, helping disrupt military operations and strengthen its position in negotiations while limiting reliance on troops. It can also argue that any settlement affecting European security must include European governments, and that reliable communications are essential to defending against fast-moving threats.
The case against
Critics can argue that large-scale drone attacks risk escalation, civilian harm and retaliation, and may make a negotiated end to the war harder to secure. They can also argue that widening talks about Europe’s security before a ceasefire could unsettle existing arrangements and leave European states exposed to decisions made without their full participation.
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