Ukraine has asked its allies to provide more air defense systems and ammunition after Russia hastened to deploy them.”Kamikaze drone” in a brutal attack on the country.
Kyiv said Moscow had used Iran-supplied kamikaze drones to attack Kyiv, Vinnytsia, OdessaZaporizhia and other cities across Ukraine in the past few weeks. and has asked Western countries to increase aid in the face of new challenges.Zelensky said after Monday’s drone strike
Drones have played a key role in the conflict since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in late February. But their use has increased since Moscow acquired a new drone from Iran in the summer.
What is a kamikaze drone? Kamikaze drone or suicide drone It is a type of air weapons system. They are known as munitions because they can wait time in areas identified as possible targets and attack only when enemy assets are identified.
They are small, easy to carry, and easy to shoot. But the main advantage is that it is difficult to detect and can be fired from a distance.Zelensky said after Monday’s drone strike
The name “Kamikaze” means a disposable drone. They are designed to attack behind enemy lines and be destroyed in an attack — unlike traditional military drones, they are bigger and faster to return home after dropping a missile.
What drones does Russia use in Ukraine? Ukrainian Army and US intelligence agency Says Russia uses attack drones made by Iran U.S. officials told CNN in July that Iran began showcasing the Shahed series of drones to Russia at Kashan Airport in southern Tehran last month. The drone is capable of carrying precision guided missiles and has a payload of approximately 50 kg (110 lb).
in august US officials said Russia has already bought these drones. and are training their strength to use Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia had ordered 2,400 Shahed-136 drones from Iran.
