The Shahed bomb drone, manufactured by Russia under Iranian license, has become increasingly prominent in the Ukraine conflict since 2022. Its production has surged, putting pressure on Ukrainian defenses as Russia now launches three times more drones than six months ago. In June 2024, attacks included between 100 and 480 drones over just 13 nights, demonstrating a significant escalation. Russian production is estimated to reach 170 drones per day with expectations to rise to 190. Ukrainian military efforts to target drone production plants have yielded insufficient results, illustrating the challenges faced.
The Shahed bomb drone has become the cornerstone of Russia's strategy against Ukraine, now produced at scale, with a marked increase in attacks compared to previous months.
Ukrainian defenses are increasingly overwhelmed, with Russian forces launching three times as many Shahed drones now as they did six months ago.
Between 100 and 480 Shaheds have been fired over 13 nights in June 2024, showcasing a significant escalation in the use of these drones.
The production forecast indicates Russian capabilities will escalate, with estimates of 190 long-range bomb drones produced daily, complicating Ukrainian countermeasures.
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