Upgrading "killer" UAV, Russia makes Ukraine shake

Shahed UAV is fully upgraded by Russia, along with a fierce air campaign in Ukraine

Recently, the air battlefield in the Russia-Ukraine conflict has witnessed major changes, and the Russian military's long-range attack strategy is undergoing clear adjustments. According to the US Institute for the Study of War on May 27, the Russian military has conducted large-scale airstrikes on Ukraine for three consecutive days - these are not just small-scale attacks, but contain a new strategic layout. Photo: Reuters

According to information released by the Ukrainian side, engineers when dismantling the wreckage of the downed "Shahed" drone discovered something surprising — a handwritten note. Supposedly left by a Russian engineer, it detailed key information about the drone's new control system. Photo: Getty Images

Currently, the Shahed UAV line has been upgraded by Russia. According to Ukrainian sources, Russia has integrated artificial intelligence into this type of UAV, and at the same time allows them to use the Ukrainian mobile network to locate targets. Photo: Eurasian Times

Thanks to this improvement, the electronic jamming measures that Ukraine widely uses are almost ineffective. Even under strong jamming conditions, Shahed can still automatically identify targets and launch attacks accurately. Illustration: X

The upgrade of the Russian military's "Shahed" drone is taking place in all aspects. In terms of production, Russia can currently produce about 100 units per day, and in the future there are plans to increase it to 500 units per day. Illustration: X

It is worth noting that if this production level is achieved, the Russian military will be able to conduct air strikes on the largest scale since the outbreak of hostilities, which will certainly put enormous pressure on Ukraine's air defense system. Photo: Pravda

In terms of performance and tactics, the Shahed has also made a qualitative leap. Previously, it mainly played a supporting role for missiles, but now it has become the main force in air strikes. Illustration: New York Post

The warhead of this UAV has been increased to 90kg, not only doubling the destructive power but also creating fragments and explosive effects that can destroy buildings, cause casualties and ignite fires — an attack that can cause multi-layered chaos. Photo: X

Tactically, the Russian military has also been constantly changing its approach. While previously UAVs flew at an altitude of 2,000 - 2,500 meters to partially avoid Ukraine's air defense system, they have now been raised to over 4,000 meters. Illustrative photo

During the May 25 airstrike, some of the aircraft even flew to an altitude of 4,900 meters and then plunged into the target at a speed of more than 400 km/h. The sharp increase in flight altitude shows that Russia has equipped the Shahed with more powerful engines and optimized the aerodynamic design. Photo: X

Russia’s heavy investment in upgrading the Shahed UAV is not surprising at all. According to observers, the immediate goal is to reduce costs by using UAVs to partially replace cruise missiles. In the long term, this is also a preparation for a prolonged war of attrition. Compared to missiles, UAVs have a faster production time and lower cost, which is consistent with the long-term strategy that Moscow seems to be pursuing. Photo: Defense Express

On the ground, the situation is equally tense. The Russian army is launching a series of fierce attacks in the area between Pokrovsk and Toretsk, putting many Ukrainian units in a difficult position. Photo: ISW

The Ukrainian Telegram channel “Legitimate” revealed that in the Hnativka area, about 150 Ukrainian soldiers were surrounded. They realized the danger early on, but still did not receive orders to retreat. The subordinate commanders did not dare to act on their own, because there was a previous case where a brigade commander ordered a retreat against the rules and was held responsible. Photo: RIA Novosti

In addition to these 150 soldiers, there may be hundreds of Ukrainian soldiers in other areas of the salient, waiting for the Russian army to “clean up”. On the left flank of the salient, fierce fighting took place in areas such as Popiv Yar, Poltavka and Myroliubivka. Photo: Google Maps

The Russian army is applying a pincer attack tactic, attacking from many directions at the same time. Although Ukraine continuously sends reinforcements, it is still difficult to stop the Russian advance. In some areas, if the Ukrainian army does not retreat in time, the risk of being surrounded and destroyed is very high. Photo: RIA Novosti

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