Kyrylo Budanov, the head of Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence, declared that Ukraine’s recent military successes are reshaping the balance of power in the Black Sea.
Rattled by Drone Strikes
In a Facebook post celebrating Military Intelligence Day, Budanov emphasized that Ukraine’s long-range drones have proven that the Black Sea "does not belong to Russia." He highlighted the use of drones capable of reaching targets up to 1,800 kilometers away, according to WP.
Budanov stated that Russian military airbases, which pose a constant threat to Ukrainian cities, have been rattled by drone strikes. These attacks have inflicted serious damage on Russia’s infrastructure, and Budanov insists that these losses will continue.
One of the key tools in Ukraine’s arsenal is the long-range drone, which has forced Russia to move its fleet farther from the Ukrainian coastline. Before the war, Ukraine lacked such advanced unmanned systems.
Reaches Deep Into Russia
Now, these drones are capable of reaching targets deep inside Russia, including Moscow and even distant cities like Ufa and Kazan.
Among Ukraine’s most notable drones is the "Bober," with a range of about 1,000 kilometers. Although details about the Bober remain classified, it is known to have a wingspan of 3.5 meters and a top speed of 200 km/h.
Ukraine is also developing the Sokil-300, which can carry a 300 kg payload and travel as far as 3,300 kilometers.
Other drones in Ukraine's arsenal include the UJ-22 Airborne, with a range of 800 km, and the Rubaka, which can hit targets up to 500 km away. These long-range drones are playing a critical role in Ukraine’s efforts to challenge Russian dominance in the region.
