Historic first: Ukrainian sea drone launches FPV strike on Russian coastal air defenses
It is the first known case of an FPV attack from a "mother ship" naval drone at a coastal installation.
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Defense Express: Modified Soviet-era missile enables maritime drone’s aerial capabilities
Technical analysis shows specialized missile modifications and targeting system adaptations enabled Ukraine's historic downing of Russia's helicopter by USV.
Ukrainian sea drone downs Russian helicopter in historic first (video)
Ukrainian intelligence reports first-ever aerial target destruction by a naval drone during a Black Sea engagement with a Russian helicopters.
Ukraine’s “Sea Baby” marine drones, armed with heavy-caliber machine guns, damage Russian helicopters near Crimea
The operation also targets equipment for the repair of the Crimean Bridge.
Ukrainian MAGURA V5 drone destroys Russian Tunets Boat in occupied Crimea
These boats play a crucial role in Russian patrol and logistics operations on the peninsula.
WSJ: Ukraine’s Sea Baby drones strike 4 Russian ships with underwater mines
Ukraine's remote sea mining is a world first in naval warfare.
Russia shifts to Azov Sea for missile launches, escaping naval drones
Russia has moved its Kalibr-carriers out of the Black Sea, attempting to get out of the reach of Ukraine's naval drones. They can run but they can't hide.
NYP: “James Bond” submarine could become Ukraine’s top high-tech weapon against Russians
A prototype of the Kronos stealth vehicle, developed by a Ukrainian company based in the United Arab Emirates, has been unveiled.
Podcast: How drones complement but cannot replace artillery in Ukraine’s military strategy
From dropping bombs on Russian positions to evacuating wounded comrades, drones have become an indispensable asset for Ukrainian forces. However, the Russian army also constantly improves in the drone race.
Magura V5 naval drones to get anti-air and dive capabilities
Ukraine's Magura V5 naval drones, successful in sinking Russian ships, aim for upgrades to improve defense against Russian attack helicopters and ship armament during suicide missions, enhancing their capabilities in challenging Russia's Black Sea Fleet dominance.
Ukraine unveils Sea Baby Avdiivka naval drone
Ukraine showed Sea Baby Avdiivka, the first of 35 crowdfunded naval drones designed to target Russian assets in the Black Sea.
Weekly Frontline Update: Russian forces advance on eastern front, Ukraine takes out Russia’s warships and aircraft
After capturing the Ukrainian stronghold of Avdiivka in the Donetsk Oblast, Russia is preparing a new offensive on the southern front.
Ukraine cuts taxes and regulations for EW manufacturers to boost production
EW remains a relatively weak sector of Ukrainian military technology compared to the Russian army, which relies heavily on EW.
Ukraine’s surface drones sink Russian Black Sea Fleet’s Ivanovets missile boat (video)
Ukraine reports the successful sinking of the Ivanovets, a Russian missile corvette, in the Black Sea. It's at least 17th Russian ship destroyed/damaged during the all-out war.
Ukraine unveils FURY: new weapon to dominate the Black Sea
Ukraine is developing a new underwater drone project that aims to destroy the Russian Navy in the Black Sea and protect Ukrainian waters.
Ukraine’s victory demands more than drones. “Boots on the ground” define true territory control, says Navy commander
Ukraine created the world's first fleet of naval drones, paralyzing Russia's Black Sea Fleet. However, can occupied Crimea - the apple of Vladimir Putin's eye - be liberated by drones alone?
David topples Goliath: Ukraine’s DIY naval drones outfox Russia’s Black sea fleet
Lacking warships, Ukraine came up with a “drone swarm” solution. They can swim, fly, shoot, and batter. The result? Russian Black Sea Fleet warships have fled to Novorossiysk - but are not safe even there.
Ukraine’s SeaBaby naval drones can now engage in sea battles, not only carry explosives
With a payload of 850kg, Ukraine's latest naval drones have already opened fire on Russian ships
UP: Elon Musk indeed thwarted Ukrainian attack on Crimea by blocking Starlink
The SpaceX CEO had earlier claimed he never activated Starlink in Crimea to begin with. However, witnesses say he deliberately switched it off during Ukraine's first major attack on Crimea
Russia claims to repel a naval drone attack on occupied Crimea
Naval drones have been instrumental in Ukraine's assymetric warfare against the Russian Black Sea fleet