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How Ukraine is adapting to Russia’s jet-powered drones
Russia‘s latest jet-powered drones are forcing Ukraine to rethink its air defenses.
Flying at speeds of over 600 kmph (350 mph), the drones are harder to intercept and increasingly resemble low-cost cruise missiles.
Though Ukraine has improved its interception rate using fighter jets and advanced air-defense systems, observers warn that the cost of shooting down the drones can exceed their production price.
Ukraine’s military is now testing inexpensive interceptor drones as it looks for a more sustainable, cost-effective solution.
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Russia‘s latest jet-powered drones are forcing Ukraine to rethink its air defenses.
Flying at speeds of over 600 kmph (350 mph), the drones are harder to intercept and increasingly resemble low-cost cruise missiles.
Though Ukraine has improved its interception rate using fighter jets and advanced air-defense systems, observers warn that the cost of shooting down the drones can exceed their production price.
Ukraine’s military is now testing inexpensive interceptor drones as it looks for a more sustainable, cost-effective solution.
Russia‘s latest jet-powered drones are forcing Ukraine to rethink its air defenses.
Flying at speeds of over 600 kmph (350 mph), the drones are harder to intercept and increasingly resemble low-cost cruise missiles.
Though Ukraine has improved its interception rate using fighter jets and advanced air-defense systems, observers warn that the cost of shooting down the drones can exceed their production price.
Ukraine’s military is now testing inexpensive interceptor drones as it looks for a more sustainable, cost-effective solution.
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