Ukraine's Naval Drone Strategy: Gaining the Upper Hand

Ukraine's success in using naval drones to attack Russian forces is prompting Moscow to enhance its naval defenses, providing valuable lessons for Western navies. The Magura V5, a Ukrainian unmanned surface vessel, has been deployed in strike operations with a payload of 320 kg and a range of over 830 kilometers. The use of naval drones by Ukraine has forced Russia to accelerate its naval rearmament program to install defenses against these threats. Ukrainian companies, such as Armadrone and SpetsTechnoExport, are facing challenges in meeting the demand for unmanned systems arising from the conflict.