Brutal moment!

Ukrainian blow up 263 Russian

tanks and 340 troops in attack on Bakhmut
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Ukrainian drones have played a crucial role in hunting down hundreds of tanks and
thousands of Russian armored vehicles at night, leading to huge explosions across the war-
torn region. These unmanned aerial vehicles have been instrumental in providing real-time
intelligence and targeting capabilities for the Ukrainian military, allowing them to effectively
counter the advancing Russian forces. Equipped with advanced surveillance and
reconnaissance technology, Ukrainian drones have been able to identify and track the
movements of Russian tanks and armored vehicles, providing valuable information for
Ukrainian forces to launch precision strikes.

The use of drones has significantly disrupted Russian military operations, causing
widespread destruction and casualties among their ranks. The success of Ukrainian drones
in targeting Russian military assets at night has not only dealt a heavy blow to the invading
forces, but has also boosted the morale of Ukrainian troops and civilians. The ability to
effectively neutralize enemy armor and vehicles has proven to be a game-changer in the
ongoing conflict, giving Ukrainian forces a strategic advantage on the battlefield.

The relentless efforts of Ukrainian drones in hunting down enemy tanks and armored
vehicles have undoubtedly contributed to the overall defense and resilience of Ukraine
against the Russian invasion. As the conflict continues to unfold, the role of drones in
modern warfare has become increasingly evident, showcasing their capability to tip the
scales in favor of those defending their sovereignty and freedom. As Ukraine repels Russia's
invasion, drones have become essential due to their speed, price, and manageability.

Kyiv wants to manufacture a million of these devices in 2024. The sun fades into the hills of
Donbas region. The driver turns off the lights, accelerates and travels almost by memory
down the potholed road to the position from which the team will launch its drones against
the Russian troops.

The Bakhmut Front in eastern Ukraine is where artillery thunders and bombs hum. If they
hit us, we won't see it, we'll feel it. Annie amuses, adjusting her helmet.

The soldier and her companion, Yaroslav, get out of the car when it's still moving. They cross
the frozen mud, enter a basement and unpack their materials. They're at ground zero,
where the fighting is grinded out foot by foot.

Russian soldiers are less than a mile from the position from which the Ochi Brigade operates
its drones. The area is extremely dangerous and the car cannot be left unattended. Yuri, the
group's driver, a burly military veteran of the Donbas War, will pick up his companions when
the first light of day breaks.

The battle is intense. With a lack of ammunition and with the Ukrainian Army's dependence
on Western-aid combat drones have become crucial. The fierce fight put up by Soviet-made
tanks and artillery, along with sharp defenses and quagmires developed with techniques
more typical of 20th century warfare, is increasingly becoming a battle of drones.
Above all, Russia and Ukraine use light and affordable unmanned aerial vehicles and adapt
them to their military needs. The reality on the battlefield has created a need that cannot be
met quickly enough by the military industry. This is why drones and electronic warfare have
proliferated.

Previously, the Ochi Brigade operated during the day and mainly utilized civilian
reconnaissance drones, such as the Chinese-made DJI Mavic quadcopters. These are
equipped with good cameras, which can detect Russian positions that will subsequently be
targeted by artillery brigades. However, few drone operators want to work at night.

The team now also manages the first-person view, FPV drones, which are very manageable,
fast and relatively cheap. Projectiles are attached to them with harnesses and zip ties that
the soldiers manufacture with a 3D printer. Most of the time, the Ochi Drone Brigade and
similar units finance their parts and materials out of their own pockets, or by raising
donations.

In the damp basement, illuminated by a light bulb, Yaroslav puts on his goggles, which he
wears when he operates the FPV drone. The war launched by Russia, which is heading into
its third year, has claimed tens of thousands of lives, destroyed thousands of homes,
created millions of refugees and blown up the global security framework. For military
analyst Mijailo Samis, this will definitely be the year of combat drones.

The Ukrainian Army now has an attack company that deploys these aircraft in almost every
brigade. Those who operate this technology will eventually end up becoming a specific
branch, like the Ukrainian Marine Corps or Air Forces. For more information, visit
www.fpv.org
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