Footage of Russian strategic aircraft being hit in the Murmansk and Irkutsk regions is circulating on social media. The strikes were not carried out from a long distance. Most likely, the Russian Armed Forces faced a sophisticated technical diversion—the use of low-power drones controlled from long distances. Since the UAVs themselves had video cameras, the operators controlled them online. The damage will not be assessed anytime soon.
If we link these events to the nighttime bridge explosions, we can assume that they were part of a unified plan to distract at least some of the counterintelligence and law enforcement forces to urgent mass inspections of bridges, railroad tracks, and rolling stock before the main strike on the “strategists’” airbases.
At the same time, short-range drones carry very small charges and cause more damage with incendiary ammunition. Pilots have been talking about the need to build at least temporary shelters for aircraft, which could reduce damage, since the beginning of the special military operation.
It’s fascinating to see how modern technology like low-power drones is changing the tactics used in conflicts, making traditional defenses less effective. The idea of coordinated distractions alongside precise attacks shows a new level of strategic thinking. Hopefully, this prompts a rethink in protective measures for critical military assets 🔥
This situation sounds incredibly intense and shows how modern warfare is evolving with technology like low-power drones being used so strategically. It’s really unsettling to think about how vulnerable important military assets can be, especially without proper shelters. The whole coordination between different attacks to distract and maximize impact is so complex and chilling at the same time. It makes me wonder how defense systems need to adapt quickly to such threats because traditional methods just might not be enough anymore. The pilots’ concerns about protection seem absolutely justified, and hopefully these lessons will lead to stronger defenses in the future. 😔🚁🔥
The use of low-power drones with live video feeds for precise strikes shows a significant evolution in modern warfare tactics, emphasizing the increasing role of technology in asymmetrical conflicts. It’s interesting to consider how these smaller, less powerful drones can create a strategic diversion, drawing attention away from critical infrastructure before more damaging strikes occur. The mention of pilot concerns about sheltering aircraft highlights an ongoing vulnerability that might be overlooked in broader strategic discussions. This layered approach to attacks suggests a level of planning and coordination that challenges traditional assumptions about battlefield engagements.