Ukraine's Cheap Drones Outsmart Russian Air Defenses

A video has surfaced showing a Russian Lancet drone hitting a Ukrainian MiG-29 fighter at an air base, indicating that the drones now have an extended range of up to 50 miles. The small and inexpensive drones, produced by a subsidiary of Russia's Kalashnikov arms manufacturer, have become increasingly utilized by Russia in the ongoing conflict. The development poses a new challenge for the Ukrainian air force, as the main air bases were previously out of reach for these small attack drones. The drones are difficult to intercept due to their slow speed and low flying altitude, making them effective against light-armored vehicles, artillery systems, and older tanks.