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Russia deploys more jet UAVs for long-range strikes, OSINTdefender says

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Russia deploys more jet UAVs for long-range strikes, OSINTdefender says

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TL;DR

Russia has shifted its drone tactics, increasing the use of jet UAVs for long-range strikes while still deploying Geraney drones for closer targets where air defenses are weaker, the OSINTdefender channel reports. The shift is attributed to the effectiveness of Ukrainian small air defense systems against the Geraney drones.

01 · THE DISPATCH

Russia has adapted its drone tactics by increasing the use of jet-powered UAVs for long-range strikes while continuing to deploy slower Geraney drones for closer targets, according to the OSINTdefender channel. The shift is a response to the effectiveness of Ukrainian small air defense systems against the Geraney drones, the channel reports. The Zioneer has previously reported on extensive Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia, including a record interception claim of 660 drones overnight. The analysis adds to the picture of evolving aerial warfare between the two countries.

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