During August, Russian forces deployed more than 2,800 jet‑propelled drones against Ukraine, a type of UAV that is notoriously difficult to intercept. This surge reflects a significant increase in drone usage, with newly manufactured models entering frontline service almost immediately after production. Ukrainian authorities report that these drones are rapidly integrated into combat operations. FRANCE 24’s Oliver Farry examines the characteristics of these new drones and Russia’s strategy to alter the conflict’s trajectory.
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