Russia has significantly upgraded its jet-powered Geran-4 drone, equipping it with optical guidance and independent target acquisition capabilities, according to reports. The upgraded drone is reportedly capable of engaging moving targets deep in the rear.
A report indicates that Russia has upgraded its Geran-4 jet-powered drone, a derivative of the Iranian Shahed series, with optical guidance and autonomous target acquisition, enabling it to strike moving targets in the rear. The Geran-4, which Russia has previously deployed against Ukrainian infrastructure, now poses a greater challenge to air defenses due to its speed and ability to engage mobile assets. As The Zioneer has reported, Russia has been increasing its use of jet UAVs for long-range strikes, and the Iranian-origin technology has implications for the Middle East, where similar drones are used by Iranian proxies against Israel. The claim is based on a single source and has not been independently confirmed.
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