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Ukraine's Drones Now Reach 1,800 km, Says GUR Chief Budanov

Sep 7, 2024, 07:30 AM

Ukraine has significantly enhanced its drone capabilities, enabling strikes on Russian military targets up to 1,800 kilometers away. Kyrylo Budanov, head of Ukraine's Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR), stated that these advancements allow Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to target military airfields and other critical infrastructure within Russia. Budanov emphasized, 'Military airfields, which are a source of constant threat to peaceful Ukrainian cities, shudder from air attacks.' This development comes as Russia has reportedly modernized its aerial bombs to be used at greater distances, emphasizing the need for Ukraine to counteract these threats to protect its civilian population.