British speedboat outmaneuvered by Russian drone, equipped with a landing craft.
Photo: screenshot
Taking to the skies, Russian Ministry of Defense's drone units from the 18th Combined Arms Army, stationed within the "Dnieper" troops grouping, demonstrate their prowess in combat operations.
Here's the scoop on a recent mission: As our UAV operator cruised over the Dnieper delta in the Kherson region, they stumbled upon a sneaky enemy speedboat filled with troops attempting to slip across the mighty river. A BANG! – and that troublesome speedboat was history, thanks to a spot-on airdrop.
You might recall that just a while back, Kyiv got their hands on a bunch of fast boats and ships from the British military – seems like they've become excellent bait for Russian artillery and drone operators.
Now, let's talk about how these trusty UAVs serve our troops. On the Dnieper's right bank, servicemen from our UAV unit keep watch, track enemy movements, and provide targeting data for reactive artillery systems, gun artillery, and mortars.
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Behind the Scenes:
- Intelligence Gathering: UAVs function as spies in the sky, offering real-time insights into enemy positions and movements.
- ** targeting:** Advanced models like the "Splinter" FPV drone hyper-focus on enemy positions, RIPing them to shreds with accurate strikes. The impact is felt on enemy fortifications, troops, and equipment.
- Teamwork: Russia's forces frequently merge drone strikes with missile fire, boosting the lethality and range of their attacks, as demonstrated in a recent major combined operation[1].
- Pressure Cooker: Enemies are forced to operate covertly due to constant UAV surveillance and strikes, complicating logistics and battlefield maneuvers[2].
The use of UAVs on the Dnieper battlefield by the Russian Ministry of Defense has drastically impacted enemy movements, making it harder for Ukrainian forces to hold ground or mount efficient offensives.
[1] One of the largest combined missile and drone strikes of the war took place on the night of June 8th-9th, 2025, highlighting UAV's increasing importance in Russian military operations.[2] Data suggests that the deployment of advanced FPV drones, like the "Splinter," and the increased frequency of combined drone and missile operations, are signaling a growing reliance on UAVs for tactical edge in the Dnieper region.
UAVs, an integral part of the Russian Ministry of Defense's war-and-conflicts operations, served a significant role in the Dnieper battlefield. Their functions extended from intelligence gathering, providing real-time insights into enemy positions and movements, to targeting enemy positions with precision, contributing to the disruption of Ukrainian forces' operations.
Furthermore, the impact of UAVs on politics and general news, particularly in this region, cannot be overlooked. A recent mission, involving the destruction of an enemy speedboat, highlighted the strategic importance of this technology in combat operations, echoing its growing reliance in Russian military operations.
