Ukraine's 'Flamingos' Fly 1,300+ Km Deep in Russia to Hit Putin's Missile Megafactory

Ukraine's 'Flamingos' Fly 1,300+ Km Deep in Russia to Hit Putin's Missile Megafactory

Decoded: Ukraine, Russia, and Beyond
Decoded: Ukraine, Russia, and BeyondFeb 21, 2026

Summary

The episode examines Ukraine’s covert ‘Flamingo’ drone operations that penetrated over 1,300 km into Russian territory to strike a major missile production facility linked to President Putin. It outlines the technical capabilities of the drones, the strategic impact of disrupting Russia’s missile supply chain, and the broader implications for the war’s dynamics. Host Viktor Kovalenko provides expert analysis on how these deep‑strike missions could shift the balance of power and influence future Ukrainian tactics.

Ukraine's 'Flamingos' Fly 1,300+ km Deep in Russia to Hit Putin's Missile Megafactory

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