Ukrainian military intelligence chief Lt. Gen. Kyrylo Budanov believes that drone strikes on Russian oil refineries may not be decisive in the war, but could have significant economic and psychological impacts, according to a recent interview with The Philadelphia Inquirer
Budanov said that while these attacks “may not turn the tide in the war,” they can affect Russia’s economy “and psychological state,” which in turn “affects the military component.”
In the interview, Budanov also stressed the importance of bringing the war to Russian territory. “I have been advocating this thesis since the first days of the war, saying openly that as long as the war is contained to our territory, it will not have repercussions on Russia,” Budanov said.
He highlighted recent Ukrainian drone strikes, including an attack on Russia’s Morozovsk airport with at least 70 drones. Budanov confirmed that HUR was also involved in Ukrainian long-range Liutyi airborne drone strikes that destroyed dozens of Russian oil refineries.
Regarding the current situation on the Eastern front, Budanov was frank about Ukraine’s challenges. “The good news is that there will be no Armageddon,” he said. “The bad news is that the situation is quite difficult. It will remain like this for at least a month and will not get easier.”
On the possibility of peace talks, Budanov was dismissive, saying: “We have no choice but to take back what was occupied. Otherwise, the state of war will last forever.”
The report notes that Ukrainian officials are beginning to consider the potential impact of a Trump victory in the U.S. presidential election. However, Budanov expressed confidence in the U.S. system, saying, “I believe in the United States and that we will achieve victory together.”
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