A bold drone attack hit deep inside Russian territory last weekend, striking military airfields that house nuclear bombers. The world quickly pointed to Ukraine—but some experts think there’s more to the story.
A Coordinated Strike Far From the Front Lines
The attack wasn’t small. Dozens of long-range drones targeted sites in Siberia and other regions far from the war’s front lines.
Mainstream news outlets claim the operation took more than a year to plan. They also report it was personally overseen by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. But not everyone’s buying that version.
Former CIA Analyst: Ukraine Didn’t Do This Alone
Larry Johnson, a former CIA analyst, says the operation has all the signs of Western intelligence involvement. He believes Ukraine likely got help from agencies like the CIA or Britain’s MI6.
“This isn’t something you pull off without serious technical support,” Johnson said in a recent interview.
Conflicting Reports About Russian Losses
Some reports say the strike damaged or destroyed 41 aircraft—about a third of Russia’s strategic bomber fleet.
But others, like former British diplomat Alastair Crooke, suggest the real number is closer to 7 bombers, or just 5% of the fleet.
Either way, it’s clear the numbers vary depending on the source. Western media often takes Ukraine’s word at face value, while Russian reports tell a different story.
A Public Relations Win for Ukraine
Even if the damage wasn’t massive, the symbolism was powerful. Ukraine managed to hit targets nearly 3,000 miles inside Russian territory.
That’s a major embarrassment for Russian intelligence. For Ukraine, it’s a big morale boost and a win in the information war.
Does It Change the War? Probably Not
Despite the headlines, this strike won’t likely shift the overall course of the war. For months now, the momentum has been leaning in Russia’s favor—at least militarily.
But that’s not the only angle to consider.
Was Washington in the Loop?
According to the official story, President Biden didn’t know about the operation ahead of time.
Still, Johnson believes the U.S. government had knowledge—and maybe even a hand in it. These kinds of missions are often kept secret from top leaders to give them “plausible deniability.”
How the Attack Might Have Worked
Johnson outlined what such an operation would involve:
- Drones hidden in remote locations
- External signals to trigger launch
- Use of advanced satellite systems—possibly even Starlink
- Real-time monitoring by foreign observers
Some reports even suggest that a U.S. official watched the strike live. That detail remains unconfirmed—but if true, it’s hard to argue this was a purely Ukrainian operation.
“100 Percent” Sure: CIA Was Involved
When asked how confident he was that Western agencies took part, Johnson didn’t hesitate.
“One hundred percent,” he said. “You can’t pull something like this off without deep coordination. This was strategic, not improvised.”
What This Means for the Bigger Picture
If Western powers helped plan this operation, the impact goes beyond the battlefield. It could destroy trust in diplomatic efforts and provoke Russia into escalating the conflict.
And with global tensions rising, some fear this is just the beginning.
A Dangerous Path Forward
If this kind of warfare continues, we may see more countries drawn into the conflict—like China, Iran, or North Korea. Some believe the world is slowly marching toward a broader war, whether we want it or not.
Others warn that deeper motives may be at play. Some conspiracy theorists point to a global agenda aimed at reshaping the world order through conflict and crisis.
Final Thoughts: Who’s Really Calling the Shots?
If Johnson is right, then someone outside the Oval Office may be driving these decisions. Intelligence agencies, not elected leaders, could be steering us toward something much bigger.
The question isn’t just who launched the drones. It’s who gave the green light—and why.
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