War In Ukraine: Ukrainian Drones On The Front

Published on 06/29/2023 10:07

Video length: 3 mins

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The Ukrainian counteroffensive continues. At the front, in addition to weapons supplied by the West, soldiers have new drones made in Ukraine. They are indispensable in this war against the Russians today.

Near Bakhmout (Ukraine), less than ten kilometers from the Russian positions, Ukrainian soldiers have just received a long-awaited delivery. In this box lies a drone in pieces. When finished, the device looks like a model airplane. Very light, the drone takes off with the power of your arms. This surveillance drone is not equipped with a bomb, but it could be one. Above all, it provides valuable information about enemy positions and has a high degree of autonomy.

A device that has become indispensable

After a two-hour flight at 1,000 meters above sea level, the drone is back. He provided enough detailed information for the Ukrainian artillery to adjust their firing and conserve ammunition. Since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, drones have proven their usefulness. Whether reconnaissance missions, support for ground troops or attacks on enemy equipment – drones have become indispensable in conflicts.

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