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Russia's New Drone Tactic Puzzles Ukraine Air Defenses
3 Apr
Summary
- Russia employs new tactics with modern drones and ballistic missiles.
- Over 400 long-range drones were launched in 24 hours.
- Kharkiv region suffered casualties from missile, bomb, and drone attacks.
Russia has intensified its aerial assaults on Ukraine since Thursday evening, employing a new strategy involving rolling drone and missile attacks. Ukraine's air force reported that Russia is utilizing modernized drones and new flight paths to probe air defenses.
In the past 24 hours, Russia launched over 400 long-range drones and ten ballistic missiles, primarily targeting frontline areas. This tactic follows a similar large-scale attack on Tuesday that resulted in fatalities and widespread disruption. Government institutions, public transport, and businesses experienced closures during these prolonged bombardments.
The eastern Kharkiv region experienced significant impact, with one person killed and 25 injured from missile, bomb, and drone strikes within the last 24 hours. This included four ballistic missiles hitting the regional capital overnight.
