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Ukraine hits Putin with kamikaze drones launched from weather balloons sparking chaos at Russian airports

Ukraine launches kamikaze drones from weather balloons at Russian airports

By · Published October 31, 2026  20:28 UTC · Updated October 31, 2026  21:24 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Ukraine launches kamikaze drones from weather balloons at Russian airports
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According to The Sun, this attack comes as Ukraine seeks to disrupt Russia's military operations. The Sun reports that multiple Russian airports have restricted traffic, and a fire broke out near Moscow's Sheremetyevo Airport.

This tactic may allow Ukraine to bypass Russia's air defenses. However, the full extent and implications of this new tactic are not yet clear.

The Sun reports that multiple Russian airports have restricted traffic, but it is unclear how widespread the disruption is or what the long-term consequences will be.

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What is the nature of the attack?

Ukraine has launched kamikaze drones from weather balloons at Russian airports

Why is Ukraine using this tactic?

According to The Sun, Ukraine seeks to disrupt Russia's military operations

What is the impact of the attack so far?

Multiple Russian airports have restricted traffic, and a fire broke out near Moscow's Sheremetyevo Airport

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