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Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces have recently demonstrated their strategic capabilities in a series of high-profile drone strikes. On December 31, Special Operations Forces successfully targeted the "Tamanneftegaz" terminal in Russia's Krasnodar Krai. Earlier, SIGNUM drones eliminated Russian occupiers in the Lyman region, marking critical successes in halting enemy advances. The USF also targeted strategic locations like the Donetsk Airport, crippling the occupiers’ drone storage. Additionally, Ukrainian drones decimated radar stations and enemy unmanned boats in Crimea. These operations underline Ukraine's reliance on unmanned systems to disrupt enemy logistics and bolster national defense.

How effective are Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces in combat operations?

Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces have shown remarkable effectiveness in combat operations, particularly through strategic drone strikes that have targeted significant enemy infrastructure and personnel. These operations have not only disrupted Russian logistics and defensive capabilities but also emphasized the advanced state and tactical proficiency of Ukraine’s unmanned military technology.

What strategic locations have Unmanned Systems Forces targeted recently?

The Unmanned Systems Forces of Ukraine have recently targeted several strategic locations including the "Tamanneftegaz" terminal in Krasnodar Krai, a storage facility at Donetsk Airport, and various sites in Crimea. These targeted strikes are instrumental in hindering the opponent’s logistical and operational capacity, reflecting the precision and strategic planning behind these operations.

What is the significance of drone strikes at the Donetsk Airport?

Drone strikes at the Donetsk Airport, where the Russian army had stored drones and other equipment, are of significant tactical importance. By targeting this site, the Unmanned Systems Forces have effectively reduced the enemy's surveillance and strike capabilities, thereby gaining an advantageous position in ongoing military engagements. These strikes illustrate the integration of technology in modern warfare and its impact on strategic military outcomes.

How are drone operations enhancing Ukraine's defensive strategy?

Drone operations conducted by the Unmanned Systems Forces are enhancing Ukraine’s defense by providing precision strike capabilities that disrupt enemy supply lines, destroy critical military infrastructure, and offer real-time intelligence on enemy movements. These operations have proved pivotal in changing the dynamics of the ground conflict in favor of Ukrainian forces, while minimizing exposure to direct combat risks.

What role do drones play in the current conflict in the Lyman region?

In the Lyman region, drones operated by battalions such as SIGNUM have been instrumental in pinpointing and eliminating enemy forces, reducing the strength of occupying troops, and neutralizing enemy equipment. These operations are crucial for maintaining control over contested regions and protecting Ukrainian territorial integrity against ongoing assaults.

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After the attacks on Primorsk and Ust-Luga, the Kirish refinery was hit Strikes on Russian oil depots: Kirish refinery hit and Ust-Luga attacked again Ukrainian drones struck the Kirish oil refinery following attacks on "Primorsk" and "Ust-Luga." The latter terminal was attacked again on March 25. 3 357 3 Previously in trend: Strikes on Russia’s oil ports

Phoenix unit hits Russian armor and logistics in Donetsk Pilots of "Phoenix" USF unit hit tank, "Grad" MLRS, and occupiers’ logistics in Donetsk region. VIDEO Pilots from the "Phoenix" Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) grouping of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine carried out a series of strikes on Russian military equipment in the Donetsk direction, hitting a number of enemy combat and logistical targets. 1 680 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Situation in the Donetsk region Drone operators robotic ground complex

Ukraine has, for the first time, remotely shot down a Shahed using an interceptor drone The 190th Training Center of the Unmanned Systems Forces was the first in the world to shoot down a "Shahed" remotely, - military analyst. VIDEO The 190th Training Center of the Unmanned Systems Forces is the first in the world to implement the remote shooting down of "Shaheds" using the LITAVR system from F-Drones. 6 691 16 Previously in trend: Shooting down Shaheds Drone operators Drone shootings over Ukraine

SBU fighters have released footage of the aftermath of the strike on one of Russia’s largest oil export terminals Unmanned Systems Forces release aftermath of strike on one of Russia’s largest oil terminals in Baltic Sea. VIDEO The Ukrainian Armed Forces’ Unmanned Systems Forces have released the aftermath of a strike on one of Russia’s largest export oil terminals on the Baltic coast. 8 561 21 Previously in trend: Drone operators USF strikes on Russian oil facilities in Russian Federation Strikes on Russia’s oil refining sector

Fighters from the 1st Separate Assault Battalion have released footage of eliminated occupiers following a failed assault Drone operators of 1st Separate Assault Regiment show dozen eliminated occupiers after failed assault near Huliaipole. VIDEO Footage of the aftermath of a failed attempt by Russian troops to retake lost positions in the Huliaipole direction has been published online. 4 604 15 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Drone operators Fighting in Huliaipillia direction

Operation G-Day: The 412th Nemesis Brigade destroyed over 130 vehicles near Hulyaypole Operation "G-Day": 412th "Nemesis" Brigade destroyed over 130 vehicles near Huliaipole. VIDEO In early 2026, the 412th ‘Nemesis’ Brigade carried out a large-scale operation, ‘G-Day’, to destroy the Russian occupiers’ logistics infrastructure in the Huliaipole area. 7 059 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators Fighting in Huliaipillia direction

Soldiers of the 422nd Regiment struck a depot containing enemy equipment and weapons Soldiers of 422nd "LUFTWAFFE" Regiment located and destroyed depot of occupiers’ ammunition and equipment. VIDEO Pilots from the 422nd Separate Unmanned Systems Regiment "LUFTWAFFE" have identified a storage site for enemy equipment within their area of responsibility. 3 674 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

Zelenskyy awards drone unit that destroyed Russian Ka-52 Zelenskyy awards soldiers of 59th Brigade of Unmanned Systems Forces who destroyed Russian Ka-52 helicopter with FPV drone President Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded the Order for Courage, Second Class, to servicemen of the Unmanned Systems Forces who destroyed a Russian Ka-52 Alligator helicopter with an FPV drone in the Pokrovsk direction. 3 286 16 Previously in trend: Awarding awards to military Destruction of enemy’s helicopters

Russian Ka-52 destroyed by a drone in Donetsk region: details USF fighters destroyed occupiers’ Ka-52 with FPV drone: pilots were also "finished off" by drones. VIDEO USF troops shot down a Russian Ka-52 helicopter in the Donetsk region. 11 803 46 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of enemy’s helicopters

USF soldier spied for Russia and Belarus: he has been detained USF soldier was spying for both Russia and Belarus; he was detained in Kharkiv region, - SSU. PHOTO A serviceman from the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ Unmanned Systems Unit was working for the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) and the intelligence service of the Belarusian Border Guard. 4 487 40 Previously in trend: spying in favor of Russia Espionage for Belarus

Soldiers of the 426th Unmanned Systems Regiment destroyed the occupiers’ Strela air defence system Soldiers of 426th Regiment struck enemy’s "Strela-10" air defence system with "Leleka" and "Bulava" drones over 90 km from front line. VIDEO Soldiers from the 426th Separate Unmanned Systems Regiment successfully struck a Russian "Strela-10" anti-aicraft missile system more than 90 kilometres from the front line. 3 931 7 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions Drone operators

Pilots of the 413th Special Forces Battalion destroyed the occupiers’ electronic warfare equipment A resident in the Zaporizhzhia sector Drone operators of Unmanned Systems Forces’ Reid unit hit enemy Zhitel electronic warfare system in Zaporizhzhia direction. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders from the 413th Separate Regiment of the Unmanned Systems Forces, "Reid," detected and successfully struck a Russian R-330Zh Zhitel electronic warfare system. 2 629 2 Previously in trend: EW Destruction of Russian equipment Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction Drone operators

Operators from the 422nd Regiment struck a number of enemy vehicles and Shahed control antennas Drone operators of 422nd Regiment "LUFTWAFFE" destroy 2 Buk-M1 air defence systems and 6 MESH communications antennas used to control Shaheds. VIDEO Pilots of the 422nd Separate Unmanned Systems Regiment "LUFTWAFFE" demonstrated highly effective combat performance, delivering a series of precise strikes on key occupier targets. 2 015 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

invaders, occupiers, ruscists, the Russian Federation Russian forces have launched spring-summer offensive along 100-kilometer front. USF have eliminated more than 900 occupiers in day and half, - Madyar Russian forces have effectively launched their spring-summer offensive in the Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. In just a day and a half, the Unmanned Systems Forces have eliminated 900 Russians. 10 521 47 Previously in trend: Battles in the east of Ukraine

Special Operations Forces carried out a precision strike, destroying key enemy targets in Crimea and the Zaporizhzhia region Special Operations Forces struck missile launch site and ammunition depots in Crimea and Zaporizhzhia On the night of March 17, 2026, units of the Special Operations Forces’ Middle-strike division destroyed a missile system command post in Crimea, an S-400 component, and an ammunition depot in Zaporizhzhia. 2 721 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Raid regiment destroys Russian Tor-M2 near Balashivka Operators of 413th Separate Regiment of USF "Raid" burn Russian Tor-M2 air defence system near Balashivka. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders from the 413th Separate Regiment of the Unmanned Systems Forces, Raid, detected and struck a Russian Tor-M2 air defence system. 2 245 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction Drone operators

Special Operations Forces struck the occupiers’ Iskander in Crimea Special Operations Forces struck Iskander launchers in Crimea that were preparing strikes on Ukrainian cities. VIDEO On the night of 14 March, units of the Special Operations Forces’ Deep Strike unit released footage showing long-range drones striking launchers of the Iskander tactical missile system, which were based in the temporarily occupied Crimea. 7 295 16 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Attacks on Crimea Drone operators

Soldiers of the 422nd Regiment struck two of the occupiers’ locomotives in the Zaporizhzhia sector Drones from 422nd "LUFTWAFFE" regiment struck two of occupiers’ locomotives in Zaporizhzhia region. VIDEO Pilots from the 422nd Separate Unmanned Systems Regiment "LUFTWAFFE" struck two Russian locomotives in the temporarily occupied part of the Zaporizhzhia region. 3 970 30 Previously in trend: Drone operators Strikes on Russian logistics

USF drones struck Russian military facilities in the temporarily occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia region Unmanned aerial systems struck "Rubicon" facilities in occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia region. VIDEO Units of the USF of AFU struck four targets belonging to the Russian "Rubicon" unit in the temporarily occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia Oblast, destroying warehouses, a repair base, and a deployment point. 4 973 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

USF strike Russian Buk-M1 system in Zaporizhzhia region Operators of Unmanned Systems Forces hit enemy Buk-M1 SAM system in Zaporizhzhia direction. VIDEO Operators of the Unmanned Systems Forces struck a Russian Buk-M1 surface-to-air missile system in the Zaporizhzhia region. 2 969 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction Drone operators

Defence Forces soldiers hit an enemy radar station in the rear of Luhansk region Lasar’s Group NGU fighters destroyed Russian Yastreb-AV radar worth $50 million. VIDEO The separate special forces detachment Lasar’s Group of the National Guard of Ukraine, destroyed a Russian 1K148 Yastreb-AV radar station in the Luhansk region, deep behind the line of combat contact. 3 193 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

Ukrainian drone attacks Russian UAV Interceptor drone armed with Ptashka net launcher shoots down Russian Molniya UAV. VIDEO Ukrainian developers of unmanned systems continue to surprise with unconventional solutions in the fight for air supremacy. According to Censor.NET, unique footage of a domestic interceptor drone equipped with a net launcher system from Ptasha Drones has appeared online. 6 263 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian drones

Strike on Selydove Enemy command posts in Selydove destroyed, - 7th Corps of Airborne Assault Troops. VIDEO The 7th Rapid Response Corps of the Airborne Assault Forces, together with the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, carried out a successful operation to destroy enemy command posts and deployment sites in Selydove. 2 085 1

SBS fighters hit the occupiers’ air defence and electronic warfare systems Unmanned Systems Forces pilots strike Tor SAM system and direct HIMARS at occupiers’ Zhitel EW system. VIDEO Pilots of the Unmanned Systems Forces struck a Tor surface-to-air missile system during the night of 8 March and adjusted a HIMARS strike on the enemy’s R-330Zh Zhitel electronic warfare system in the temporarily occupied territories. 2 975 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions Drone operators

USF fighters hit the occupiers’ air defence in the temporarily occupied territories USF operators destroyed S-300V and Tor air defence systems and damaged Pantsir air defence system. VIDEO Operators of unmanned aerial systems continue to destroy enemy air defence systems. 2 294 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction Drone operators

Drone operators from the Sapsan battalion hit the occupiers’ guns and logistics equipment in the Kupiansk direction. D-30, MT-12 guns and armored vehicle "Tigr" destroyed: "Sapsan" battalion hit 8 pieces of ruscists’ equipment. VIDEO In the Kupiansk direction, eight units of enemy firepower and logistics equipment were hit by Ukrainian drones. 1 345 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Fighting in the Kupіansk direction Drone operators

Fighters of the 422nd Unmanned Regiment hit the occupiers’ air defence system camouflaged among the trees Operators of 422nd LUFTWAFFE regiment hit occupiers’ Buk M1 air defence system. VIDEO Drone operators from the 422nd Separate Regiment of Unmanned Systems "LUFTWAFFE" detected the occupiers' Buk M1 anti-aircraft missile system in their area of responsibility. 2 523 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

Anti-aircraft drone attacks Shahed Ukrainian anti-aircraft FPV drone caught up with and destroyed Iranian "Shahed". VIDEO Ukrainian masters of unmanned systems continue to rewrite the textbooks of modern warfare. According to Censor.NET, unique footage has been published online showing a conventional anti-aircraft FPV drone successfully intercepting and destroying an Iranian-Russian "Shahed" strike UAV. 6 892 23 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian drones

Russian radar explodes Ukrainian soldiers destroyed Russian "Kasta" radar station in Zaporizhzhia region. VIDEO The Defense Forces of Ukraine conducted a successful joint operation to demilitarize enemy air defense and reconnaissance in the southern direction. As reported by Censor.NET, a Russian Kasta-2E2 radar station was detected and completely destroyed in the Zaporizhzhia region. 3 220 7

Madyar’s birds The unmanned systems forces struck a radar station and air defence system near Mariupol. On night of 1 March, USF "Madyar Birds" destroyed "Imbir" radar station and "S-300V" air defence system near Mariupol. VIDEO On the night of 1 March, operators of the Unmanned Systems Forces struck enemy air defence elements near Mariupol - the Imbir radar station and the 9A84 launch and loading unit of the S-300V anti-aircraft missile system. 3 466 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

Destruction of Russian anti-aircraft missile and gun system at Azovstal USF fighters destroyed Russian "Pantsir-S1" anti-aircraft missile and gun system on ruins of "Azovstal" in occupied Mariupol. VIDEO A symbolic and effective operation deep behind enemy lines. According to Censor.NET, on 27 February, units of the Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) successfully destroyed the expensive Russian anti-aircraft missile and gun system "Pantsir-S1". 4 477 11

Drone attacks Russian armoured vehicle USF destroyed Uragan MLRS, Pantsir ADMGS, Buk SAM system, and occupiers’ radar in Donetsk region, Zaporizhzhia, and Crimea overnight. VIDEO The Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) of the Armed Forces of Ukraine created a real hell for the enemy on the night of February 24, 2026, symbolically marking another anniversary of the full-scale invasion. According to Censor.NET, as a result of coordinated strikes across the entire front line and deep in the rear, the enemy lost critically important equipment worth tens of millions of dollars. 2 195 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Fighters of the 414th USF Brigade hit two Tor air defence systems of the occupiers and one oil depot. USF drones strike oil depot in Luhansk and two more air defence systems in Donetsk and the Mariupol area. VIDEO On the night of 22 February 2026, pilots from the 6th Battalion of the 414th Separate Brigade, together with fighters from the 1st Separate Centre of Unmanned Systems Forces, detected and destroyed enemy air defence systems and an oil depot. 3 121 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

Drone attacks Russian air defence system Minus $75 million: USF destroyed three Tor SAM systems in Zaporizhzhia region in one night. VIDEO The Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) of the Armed Forces of Ukraine conducted a brilliant operation to simultaneously blind the enemy on the southern front. As reported by Censor.NET, on the night of February 20, 2026, pilots of the 1st Separate USF Center, coordinated by the newly established Middle Strike Command Center, eliminated three Tor surface-to-air missile systems simultaneously in the occupied part of the Zaporizhzhia region. 4 102 8 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Drone attacks truck Record-breaking "Russian-killer" near Donetsk: "Phoenix" pilots burned down 12 pieces of enemy equipment from distance of over 50 km. VIDEO The Ukrainian Armed Forces' unmanned systems continue to demonstrate that there are no safe zones for the occupiers, even deep in the rear. According to Censor.NET, operators from the Main Department of Unmanned Aviation Systems (MD UAS) "Phoenix" staged a veritable rout of an enemy logistics convoy on a road near Donetsk. 16 305 20 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Fighters from the 422nd BPS battalion flew a strike drone into a crowd of Russian infantry 422nd "Luftwaffe" Battalion drone flew into group of occupiers as they were unloading from "loaf". VIDEO Drone operators from the 422nd Separate Battalion of Unmanned Systems "Luftwaffe" struck a concentration of Russian infantry near their shelter. 5 957 10 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Drone operators

Drone attacks Russian Osha air defence system Operators of Nemesis brigade struck Russian Osa air defence system in Donetsk region. VIDEO Unmanned systems forces continue to systematically destroy the occupiers' air defences, opening up the skies for Ukrainian aviation and drones. According to Censor.NET, pilots of the 412th Separate Brigade of Nemesis Unmanned Systems Forces delivered a precision strike onthe Osa anti-aircraft missile system in the Donetsk direction. 1 778 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Unmanned Systems Forces destroyed $120 million worth of enemy air defence systems Unmanned Systems Forces strike enemy air defense systems worth over $120 million in less than week. VIDEO The Unmanned Systems Forces have struck high-priority targets, enemy air defense systems with an estimated value of over $120 million, in less than a week. 1 276 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Situation in the Donetsk region fightings in Kherson region

The Viy unmanned systems battalion eliminated an occupier who decided to take a break near the building Drones from "Viy" battalion eliminated ruscist during his "rest period". VIDEO Drone operators from the "Viy" unmanned systems battalion of the 18th Sloviansk Brigade struck a ruscists with an FPV drone in their area of responsibility. 3 042 9 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers Drone operators

Madiar’s birds eliminated the occupier, who was unable to repair his weapon and start shooting. Bulava USF Battalion of 72nd Mechanised Brigade eliminated more than 3,500 occupiers in year. INFOGRAPHICS The Bulava unmanned systems battalion of the 72nd Mechanised Brigade named after the Black Cossacks is celebrating its third anniversary. 730 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

destruction of Russian air defence Destruction of Russian air defence: USF fighters destroyed three "Tor-M2" air defence systems and one "Osa" air defence system in occupied territories. VIDEO Unmanned systems forces (USF) continue to methodically burn out enemy air defence systems, opening up the skies for further operations by Ukrainian aviation and long-range artillery. According to Censor.NET, USF troops carried out a series of successful attacks on the temporarily occupied territories of Donetsk and Kherson regions. 5 215 6 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas Destruction of Russian equipment

Sapsan battalion fighters shot down 57 Russian drones Pilots of "Sapsan" battalion destroyed more than fifty enemy drones in Kupiansk direction. VIDEO In the Kupiansk direction, the "Markiiany" - soldiers of the "Sapsan" unmanned systems battalion - shot down a number of enemy drones in the first days of February. 1 071 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

In the Zaporizhzhia direction, the Defence Forces struck the occupiers’ MLRS, which was firing on the city. Lasar’s Group drone crews destroy Uragan MLRS that shelled Zaporizhzhia. VIDEO Crews of the National Guard of Ukraine’s Lasar’s Group destroyed a BM-27 Uragan multiple launch rocket system that had been firing at civilian infrastructure in Zaporizhzhia. 3 895 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction Drone operators

Unmanned systems forces destroyed nine occupiers’ MLRS in January. In January, Nemesis drones destroyed nine enemy MLRS, including rare North Korean M1991. VIDEO Operators of unmanned systems destroy enemy rocket artillery across the entire combat zone. 2 024 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

Soldiers of the Phoenix unit struck enemy personnel and equipment in Dobropillia Minus 15 occupiers and 4 cannons in Dobropillia direction: combat work of Phoenix unit. VIDEO Border guards-pilots of the Phoenix Unmanned Systems Forces struck enemy personnel, equipment and shelters in the Dobropillia direction. 2 436 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Situation in Dobropillia direction

Unmanned Systems Forces Raid unmanned systems operators deliver cargo where vehicles cannot reach. VIDEO Operators of the 413th Separate Unmanned Systems Regiment "Raid" deliver ammunition, food, water, and pharmaceutical drugs by air to fighters from adjacent units where ground logistics are complicated. 1 410 2 Previously in trend: Unmanned technologies Drone industry

Meeting between Syrskyi and the SSU We are increasing unmanned component of assault troops and Territorial Defence Forces, - Syrskyi. PHOTOS Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi said that Ukraine continues to expand its drone units and implement new technological solutions. 1 912 15 Previously in trend: Syrskyi briefing

The effectiveness of drones on the front line is increasing: statement by Syrskyi About 60% of damage on front line is caused by drones. 40% is caused by artillery, - Syrskyi The expansion and improvement of the Unmanned Systems Forces as a separate branch of the armed forces continues. 979 8 Previously in trend: Drone industry