Fearless, skillful, and powerful — the special operation “Spider’s Web” has earned its place in modern history. Planned for more than a year and a half, its aim was just: to neutralize enemy long-range bombers that were striking Ukrainian cities night after night.

On June 1, 2025, as a result of the operation, Ukrainian special services struck 41 Russian strategic aircraft across four airfields in a single day — Belaya, Dyagilevo, Olenya, and Ivanovo.

The operation was conducted under the personal oversight of the President of Ukraine, Commander-in-Chief Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and carried out by the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) under the leadership of Vasyl Malyuk and his team.

“The SBU is striking and will continue to strike the enemy even where he considers himself unreachable! We are working to surprise him with new blows — no less painful than Operation ‘Spider’s Web,’” said the Head of the SBU, Lieutenant General Vasyl Malyuk.

First, 150 FPV drones were shipped to Russia, and later mobile wooden cabins were delivered as well. Once inside Russian territory, the drones were concealed under the roofs of these cabins, which were then loaded onto cargo trucks. At the right moment the roofs were opened remotely, releasing the drones to strike Russian bombers. This complex operation became possible thanks to careful, well-coordinated intelligence work.

To create a reliable cover, the SBU established a fake logistics company in Chelyabinsk. Ukrainian agents rented office space and warehouses located near the local FSB branch, purchased five cargo trucks, and hired local drivers who transported various goods to make the business appear legitimate.

A specialized explosive mixture was developed to enhance the drones’ effectiveness against aircraft targets. It was also crucial to ensure the safe return of the operation’s participants to Ukraine. By the time the drivers reached the designated airfields, the Ukrainian agents had already left Russian territory, minimizing the risks for those involved.

The operation caused approximately $7 billion in damage to Russian aviation. Overall, it destroyed about 34% of the strategic carriers of cruise missiles at key air bases. Since Russia no longer produces these types of aircraft, it has no way to restore such massive losses.

On August 22, 2025, a commemorative postage stamp “Spider’s Web” was issued — and sold out almost instantly. We created our own special postcard to honor this historic moment — one as unforgettable as the stories of the Russian warship and the tractor towing a tank.

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