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Twelve Ukrainian companies showcase combat-proven drones, ground robotic systems at European defense exhibition

While showcasing revolutionary autonomous weapons, Ukraine faces the challenge of scaling battle-proven innovations into mass production for European partners.

byOlena Mukhina

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Ukraine unveils Magura v7 naval drone, which downed two Russian Su-30 fighter jets in early May

The upgraded - 7.2-meter, 3,400-kg - version has a greater payload, improved endurance, and missile and turret weapon configurations.

byYuri Zoria

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Tesla predicted “the death of warships” in 1898—Ukraine’s Katran torpedo drone is making it happen

As Nicola Tesla envisioned over a century ago, Ukraine’s Katran USVs are now navigating the Black Sea with torpedoes in tow.

byYevheniia Martyniuk

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Five Russian ships hit Ukrainian naval drone-laid mines in 2023

Sea Baby drones laid mines near Sevastopol Bay before missile strikes, causing five Russian ships to hit mines while attempting to escape to Novorossiysk, SBU says.

byYuri Zoria

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As Russians catch up with naval drone tech, Ukraine is developing countermeasures

The developed capabilities include machine gun-equipped patrol drones with 1700-kilometer range that can operate in rough seas.

byYuri Zoria

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UK “rapidly developed” new naval drones for Ukraine

The UK Defense Procurement Minister mentioned “Wasp” and “Snapper” unmanned maritime vessel programs as undergoing final testing.

byYuri Zoria

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The Telegraph: Ukraine’s new $ 250,000 naval drone carriers strike Russians by sea and air

Remote-controlled vessels that cost less than a luxury car transform naval warfare as Ukraine deploys boats that launch their own fleet of aerial drones.

byYevheniia Martyniuk

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Russian Aggression

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.

byYuri Zoria

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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.

byYuri Zoria

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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.

byYuri Zoria

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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.

byOlena Mukhina

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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.

byYevheniia Martyniuk

WSJ: Ukraine's Sea Baby drones strike 4 Russian ships with underwater mine strategy

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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.

byYevheniia Martyniuk

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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.

byAlya Shandra

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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.

byOlena Mukhina

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Podcasts

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.

byEuromaidan Press Staff

Magura V5 naval drone in the sea. Screenshot: Euronews

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Russian Aggression

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.

byYuri Zoria