Russia's new jet-powered drones raise the stakes for Kyiv's air defence
A video report follows a Ukrainian volunteer air-defence unit as Russia steps up attacks on Kyiv with newly deployed jet drones.
Reporters Asami Terajima and Nick Allard embed with a volunteer air-defence team protecting Kyiv. They document how Russia has introduced jet-propelled drones, increasing the speed and altitude of its strikes. The footage shows the volunteers adapting tactics to meet the heightened threat. The piece highlights the growing pressure on the capital’s defences as the conflict intensifies.
Why it matters
The introduction of faster jet drones could alter Kyiv's defensive capabilities and affect the broader conflict in Ukraine.
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