October 5th 2024.
The scene was chaotic and intense as a Russian tank traversed through the battlefield. Suddenly, it came to a halt, engulfed in flames. According to reports, this was the result of a Ukrainian Dragon drone unleashing molten metal on the tank. The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence released footage of the incident, showing the tank being struck by what appeared to be lava, but was actually molten thermite.
The video, shared by Ukraine's 30th Mechanized Brigade on social media, captured the moment the tank was immobilized by an explosion, likely from artillery fire. As the tank lay helpless, the drone swooped in from above and unleashed its fiery payload, causing the tank to burst into flames. The Ministry of Defence described the footage as "truly unique combat footage," showcasing the destructive power of the "dragon" drone.
However, the authenticity of the video and its location could not be independently verified by Metro. If the video is indeed accurate, it would be just one of many examples of Ukraine's use of psychological warfare against their Russian adversaries. The Dragon drones, equipped with thermite, have been causing havoc for Russian forces on the battlefield.
The first evidence of these new drones was seen on September 2, when videos surfaced on social media of a Dragon drone spraying hot metal on a woodland area in an undisclosed location. According to sources, these drones are armed with a substance called thermite, a mixture of metal powder and iron oxide, capable of burning through metal and creating fires at extreme temperatures.
Ivan Stupak, a military expert and former SBU officer, has been in contact with Ukrainian soldiers on the frontlines. He described the Dragon drones as "state of the art" and larger than the commonly used First Person View drones. Stupak believes that these drones will play a significant role in future warfare, as they continue to be developed and improved upon.
While the Russian army may see this as a display of Ukrainian bravado, there is no denying the potential and capabilities of these Dragon drones. With the ability to sustain their attacks for longer periods, these drones will continue to pose a significant threat to Russian forces. As the conflict between Ukraine and Russia rages on, the use of advanced technology like the Dragon drones will undoubtedly play a crucial role in determining the outcome.
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