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Russia's Decoy Drone Swarm
Russia's new drone warfare tactic uses swarms of decoys to protect highly destructive thermobaric drones, forcing Ukraine to deplete resources while inflicting heavy damage.
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Russian Ministry Of DefenseThe Associated Press (Ap)Institute For Science And International SecurityKyiv Post
Vladimir PutinDonald TrumpSerhii BeskrestnovArthur Van CollerDavid Albright
- What is the cost-effectiveness of this Russian tactic?
- While most drones launched by Russia are decoys or fail to hit targets, a small percentage of these thermobaric drones are successfully deployed. This tactic is cost-effective for Russia because the decoys are much cheaper than the armed drones and missiles used to defend against them.
- Where are the drones involved in this tactic primarily manufactured?
- The Alabuga Special Economic Zone in Russia is a key manufacturing hub for these drones, producing both armed and unarmed variants. The factory, initially focused on civilian production, has expanded significantly to meet the military demand following the invasion of Ukraine.
- What is the new drone warfare tactic employed by Russia against Ukraine?
- Russia has developed a new drone warfare tactic involving swarms of decoys surrounding a small number of highly destructive thermobaric drones. This tactic, called Operation False Target, aims to deplete Ukraine's resources and defenses.
- How does this tactic impact the morale and defensive capabilities of Ukraine?
- The use of decoys and the sheer volume of drone attacks make this a demoralizing and highly effective tactic for Russia, forcing Ukraine to expend valuable resources and munitions on defense. The effectiveness is further amplified by the lethal capability of the thermobaric warheads.
- What are the destructive effects of the thermobaric drones used in this tactic?
- The thermobaric drones, particularly destructive when hitting buildings due to added ball bearings, create a high-pressure, high-heat vortex that sucks oxygen, causing devastating damage even to those outside the immediate blast zone. Their effects include collapsed lungs, crushed eyeballs, and brain damage.