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Russia-Ukraine Drone War: A Comparative Analysis

Analysis of the drone war between Russia and Ukraine, highlighting drone losses, types of drones used, and efforts by both sides to produce and acquire drones.

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What significant development in drone technology has Ukraine recently announced?: The Ukrainian military has developed a copy of the Russian Lancet drone, named Peroun, demonstrating the rapid advancement of their domestic drone production capabilities in response to the high consumption rate on the battlefield. This counters Russia's efforts.
Why is the high consumption rate of drones significant in the context of the war?: Ukraine's drone losses are substantial, exceeding 300 per day, emphasizing the heavy reliance on these devices for battlefield operations. This high consumption necessitates mass purchases and domestic production to maintain supply.
Despite sanctions, what steps is Russia taking to address its drone supply challenges?: Russia is building a factory in the Alabouga Special Economic Zone to produce Iranian-designed Shahed-136 kamikaze drones, despite sanctions limiting access to electronic components. This demonstrates Moscow's commitment to using drones in the war despite difficulties.
What types of drones are primarily used by both Ukraine and Russia in the ongoing conflict?: Both Ukrainian and Russian forces employ a mix of small, commercially available drones and kamikaze drones. The Ukrainians are developing their own drone production capacity, while Russia is hampered by sanctions but is building a factory for Iranian-designed kamikaze drones.
What is the approximate monthly drone loss rate for Ukraine according to the British think tank report?: Ukraine reportedly loses 10,000 drones monthly, significantly more than the French military's entire drone arsenal. Both sides utilize mostly inexpensive, readily available civilian drones for battlefield observation and artillery guidance.

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