Strikes on Russian Soil Signal a Loss of Stability, Says Former CIA Official.

Ex-CIA Officer Weighs In on Ukraine's Attacks Inside Russia

According to Novyny.live: Ukraine continues to launch strikes on targets within Russia, demonstrating its capacity to retaliate for the destruction of its own cities. Glenn Corn, a former high-ranking CIA official, stated on the program News.LIVE that these operations are sending a clear message: stability in Russia is eroding. In his view, targeting Russia's oil and gas sector makes strategic sense, as that industry directly funds the military.

Recent Operations

On June 14, drones successfully struck an oil facility operated by the company 'Temp' in the city of Rybinsk, located in the Yaroslavl region. That same night, unmanned aerial vehicles hit the 'Azot' chemical plant in Novomoskovsk, Tula region. These attacks prove that Ukrainian defense forces are capable of launching counterstrikes in response to Russian actions.

“The signal is that Ukraine can respond in kind when Russia carries out similar attacks.”

Glenn Corn

He also emphasized that 'Ukraine's defense forces exclusively select infrastructure or military targets that are lawful under international law.' However, he noted that 'unfortunately, we see Russia continuing to hit civilian objects.'

These developments underscore the escalating conflict and the need for close monitoring of the situation in the region. The international community plays a crucial role in assessing and supporting Ukraine's efforts to defend its territory. How Russia reacts to these strikes could also shape the future trajectory of military operations, demanding constant vigilance and analysis.