Ukrainian intelligence uses hundreds of decoy drones in long-range attacks on Russia, CNN reports – photos
Ukraine uses hundreds of decoy drones during long-range strikes on Russian territory.
Source: CNN report featuring Vector, the commander of Defence Intelligence of Ukraine's Deep Strike unit
Details: In the report, journalists showed the process of equipping and preparing Ukrainian drones for launch. Some UAVs were fitted with warheads, while others were launched without them.
"These are decoys. We sent hundreds of them. Some are empty, some carry a payload. The payload is small, but it is enough to destroy air-defence systems," Vector said.
Details: The report also featured decoy drones and a jet-powered UAV which, Ukrainian servicemen said, appears on Russian radar as a missile.
Vector also provided details of the long-range strike control system.
"Laptops are our greatest advantage and the reason why it is so difficult for Russia to destroy this programme, because we are dispersed. We do not have centralised hubs and we operate from dozens of locations. In addition, this software allows us to work with thousands of UAVs," the commander said.
According to Vector, the software enables the simultaneous coordination of thousands of drones.
The report states that Ukraine has expanded its long-range strike capabilities against Russian territory and is increasingly using unmanned systems to wear down Russian air defence.
CNN reported that Ukraine was preparing a wave of approximately 200 attack drones that night, launched from multiple sites.
Background: In early May, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posted a video showing FP-5 Flamingo cruise missiles being launched against targets in the Russian city of Cheboksary.
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