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Russia, Ukraine Adapt Drones, Helicopters

3 sources · first reported Yesterday

via Defence Blog

Russia has converted a Mi-8 helicopter into a drone jammer to counter Ukraine's long-range strike drones. Meanwhile, Ukraine has modified its kamikaze drone into a missile carrier, increasing its strike capabilities. These adaptations reflect the evolving nature of the conflict and the importance of electronic warfare and unmanned systems.

Why it matters

These developments highlight the ongoing technological advancements in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with both sides focusing on unmanned systems and electronic warfare to gain a strategic advantage. The use of drone jammers and missile-carrying drones showcases the increasing importance of these technologies in modern warfare.

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