Ukrainian Drone Makes History by Targeting Russian Soldiers on Jet Skis

Written by Kathrine Frich

Sep.29 - 2024 9:50 AM CET

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Russian forces have increasingly utilized jet skis for movement on the Dnieper.

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Footage from the Dnieper River illustrates the effectiveness of Ukrainian drone operations against Russian forces.

Speeding Across River on Jet Skis

Serhii Sternenko, a Ukrainian activist and vlogger, has taken to social media to showcase numerous drone attacks, significantly contributing to the supply of these military assets through a crowdfunding initiative aimed at acquiring affordable yet effective unmanned aerial vehicles.

The latest video, released by Sternenko, offers a unique perspective on drone warfare, according to L'Independent.

It features Russian soldiers attempting to evade a Ukrainian FPV (first-person view) drone while speeding across the river on jet skis.

The footage resembles a video game, complete with rock music underscoring the action, as the drone successfully targets one soldier in the first strike. A second drone subsequently eliminates another soldier attempting to swim to safety.

Take Advantage of Speed and Agility

Sternenko's commentary emphasizes the collective effort behind these operations, reminding viewers that it is "their" drones enabling such tactical successes.

The video showcases the integration of basic yet effective drones into military strategy, marking one of Ukraine's significant achievements in combat since early 2023.

As the conflict evolves, Russian forces have increasingly utilized jet skis for movement on the Dnieper, taking advantage of their speed and agility to minimize visibility and reduce time spent in exposed positions.

However, the Ukrainian drone attacks demonstrate a novel approach to countering these tactics, highlighting how the innovative use of technology is reshaping the battlefield landscape.

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