June 13th 2024.
Next on the list of dramatic events is the destruction of a Russian missile system worth a whopping £39 million. The culprit? A suspected kamikaze drone estimated to be only worth around £70,000. The scene captured on camera shows soldiers frantically fleeing from the Buk-M2 system as the Switchblade 600 drone approaches. Suddenly, a massive explosion erupts from the back of the system's trailer, sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky.
This unfortunate incident is just the latest blow for Russian President Vladimir Putin's army. Last week, a Russian tank met its demise at the hands of a Ukrainian drone worth £500. The attack took place in Komunarivka, a village located in the Donetsk region, which is currently under Russian occupation. The drone used in the attack is controlled remotely and comes equipped with a high-resolution camera that provides real-time video feeds to the operator.
The use of first-person view (FPV) technology allows for precise targeting, giving operators a bird's eye view of the battlefield. It also comes with a tablet-based control system, making it easy to navigate and control the drone's flight and targeting systems. As seen in the footage, the Switchblade 600 drone flew an impressive 19 miles from Ukrainian-controlled territory to carry out the attack.
The Donetsk region has been the site of previous tragedies involving the Buk-M1 missile system. In 2014, a Malaysian Airlines flight was shot down by the system, resulting in the loss of all 298 lives on board. Just last week, the Ukrainian army struck again, this time taking down an ammunition warehouse on Russian soil. The attack was captured by the 46th Airmobile Brigade in Donetsk, where Russia has been increasing its military presence in recent weeks.
The Ukrainian army has also made history with its first direct hit on Russian soil, destroying a command node in Belgorod. Reports are conflicting as to what the target of the attack was and what weapon was used. According to a Ukrainian military source, this was the first time the Ukrainian Air Force has used air-delivered munitions against a target in Russia. They confirmed that the target was a Russian command node and that it was a direct hit, although the extent of the damage is still being assessed.
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