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In 2024, drone technology remains at the forefront of the conflict between Ukraine and Russia, with significant developments influencing the battlefield dynamics. Ukrainian Air Forces have been actively engaging and neutralizing enemy UAVs, with multiple reports of successful interceptions and destructions of Russian drones. Notable instances include shooting down over 1300 missiles and 11200 enemy UAVs, showcasing the strategic importance and effectiveness of drones in modern warfare. The introduction of advanced UAVs by Ukrainian defense, such as "Magyar's Birds" drones, highlight the ongoing adaptation and innovation in unmanned aerial combat. Furthermore, the adoption of new resolutions for smoother UAV procurement ensures rapid reinforcement of Ukraine's aerial capabilities. Drone attacks have also resulted in tactical advantages, causing significant disruptions in enemy operations as shown in reports from regions like Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia. As the situation evolves, the impact of drones remains a critical element in shaping military strategies and outcomes.
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expert Call Sign Expert: "It was just hell in Zaporizhzhia sector! The Russians could take a dugout and send 30-40 FPVs to destroy it in a day." Andrii, call sign Expert, is currently the commander of the "Ghost of Khortytsia" unmanned systems battalion of the 15th Operational Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine, which was created on 13 December last year. He is a career soldier. He went to war in 2015 after graduating from university and was called up for military service. 20 670 5

ara Call sign Ara: "For FPVs, it makes no difference whether they fly into Korean or Russian face. Main thing is accurate result" Andrii is the pilot of the Drongo UAV Strike Group, which consists of four volunteer soldiers. They help the "Arei" Battalion of the Ukrainian Volunteer Army on the battlefield. They are currently fighting in the kursk region. He has the call sign Ara, which is how his friends called him back in civilian life. Before the Russian-Ukrainian war, he had been working in Russia for two years in construction, but returned to Ukraine in February 2014. 5 415 3

Denys Petrov Denys Petrov, Chief Sergeant of Unmanned Systems Platoon: "It is currently very challenging to deploy infantry into position. It’s much better to do so with "eyes" from above He went to the military commissariat twice to be mobilized. At first, they didn’t want to take an 18-year-old boy with no service experience. Moreover, in March 2022, there were enough volunteer fighters. 6 848 5 Previously in trend: War

Oleksandr, Hedgehog Chief Sergeant of UAV platoon, call sign Hedgehog: "There were cases when there were more drones with payload drops and spotter-drones in sky than soldiers on both sides" Before Russia’s full-scale attack on Ukraine, he had not served conscript service and had no plans to join the army. He worked as a purchasing manager for spare parts for coffee vending machines and coffee equipment. However, at the beginning of the invasion, he went to the military registration and enlistment office to take part in the confrontation with the enemy. Today, Oleksandr, call sign Hedgehog, is the Chief Sergeant of a UAV platoon of the 5th SAB. 7 869 1

boroda Drone operator Vasyl, call sign Boroda: Katsaps were coming at us. So I have just dropped "F", dropped Mavic and ran. I was 23 metres high and hit orc right in head! It was so beautiful! The 23-year-old soldier of the 14th Brigade signed a contract with the training centre in Starychi exactly three weeks before the full-scale offensive. On 1 March, he was already in the brigade where he has been serving ever since, destroying the enemy with unmanned aerial vehicles. 6 440 2

Bond UAV operator and actress, call sign Bond: ’When I was asked if I was scared, I said that only time I felt scared was in 2022, when I received my weapon. Because I didn’t know how to use it yet!’" I didn’t ask the heroine of this interview, "Tatiana, why Bond?" because everything was clear. Because if your surname is Bondarenko, and you are an actress (the capital’s Theatre on Mykhailivska) and a philologist, an expert in English and French, what else could your call sign be? 8 905 4

Українські ударні безпілотники Political issue The Pentagon has asked civilian drone manufacturers to develop and provide inexpensive disposable drones with a range of up to 300 km for testing as early as December this year. The US Army intends to have a fleet of such drones based on the experience of our war. 17 872 42 Previously in trend: War

дрон,кавун "Burning Watermelon" for Putin, or How lighter for 450 UAH destroys Russian tanks War changes not only a person’s way of life but also their daily vocabulary. Nowadays, each of us has heard about drones, many have seen enemy drones with their own eyes; some can even decipher the abbreviation "fpv". The public space is full of reports of Shaheds attacks, drone drops, the new Deputy Chief of Staff for the development of unmanned systems... 24 677 10 War in Ukraine

гуйт Oleh Huit, company commander of Rarog strike unmanned aerial vehicles of 24th Brigade: "During company’s existence, we have inflicted more than hundred million dollars worth of damage to enemy" In just a month, this unit destroyed six tanks, an MSTA-S system, seven armored vehicles, three self-propelled artillery guns, two cannons, five cars, six trucks, hit six more tanks, and confirmed the irrecoverable losses of 25 soldiers of the "second army of the world." 6 273 4 Previously in trend: War

дикі,шершні,урожайне How drones helped defeat Russian assault The kamikaze drones funded by the Censor.NET and Yurii Butusov communities helped defeat large-scale enemy attacks near Urozhayne two weeks ago. This battle showed how crucial drones have become for Ukraine. 10 525 0 War in Ukraine

дрон Wild Hornets: Ukraine’s Tiny Armor-Busting, Trench-Clearing Secret Weapon Fast, low-cost and multi-functional – Wild Hornet drones smash enemy tanks on the frontline. But fundraising is vital to keep supply up with demand. 735 0 Previously in trend: War

жаворонков Aerial scout Hleb Zhavoronkov: "We need to saturate front with large number of inexpensive copters" If before the beginning of a full-scale war someone could not know about the abbreviation UAV, now the term "drones" is used by everyone, from toddlers of kindergarten age to very elderly people. "We need more of these things," my neighbor-pensioner, a regular spectator of the television marathon, authoritatively explained to me. "Because they are the eyes of the infantry. Otherwise, the Russians would buy those Kamikazes and shoot at us!" 10 700 14 Previously in trend: War

US military aid to Ukraine: Goals and Political Symbolism US military aid to Ukraine: Goals and Political Symbolism Military aid by NATO countries, the United States in the first place, in Ukraine’s war for independence is of extreme importance for successful countering of Russian aggression. But is this aid suitable to the real situation and how efficient is it? 68 926 42 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine