Ukraine Enhances Black Sea Defense with Armed Drones Amid Ongoing Conflict

Recent engagements show Ukrainian drones now equipped with air-defense missiles, challenging Russian aerial dominance.

Ukrainian naval drones armed with anti-aircraft missiles engaged Russian helicopters, marking a significant shift in Black Sea tactics.
The adaptation includes Soviet-era AA-11 Archer missiles, enhancing the drones' capabilities against Russian air superiority.
Recent attacks have forced the relocation of Russian naval assets from Crimea to more defensible positions further east.
Ukrainian forces continue to target high-speed Russian vessels, leveraging the mobility and firepower of Magura V5 drones.
The ongoing conflict sees innovative uses of drone technology by Ukraine, significantly impacting Russian naval operations.