✉news WarUkraine first seen 4 h ago, last 1 h ago, peak #24
Jet-Powered Shahed Drones Raise Stakes for Ukrainian Air Defenses
Original: The Shahed Got a Jet Engine. Now Ukraine Needs a Faster Killer
Russia has upgraded its Shahed attack drones with jet engines, making them faster and harder to intercept. The development puts pressure on Ukraine to field quicker, more cost-effective air defense and interceptor solutions before the improved drones overwhelm existing systems. Military analysts are debating what weapons Ukraine needs to counter the faster threat.
Why now: Reports of jet-engined Shahed drones represent a significant escalation in the drone war, forcing debate over Ukraine's air defense options.
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- The Shahed Got a Jet Engine. Now Ukraine Needs a Faster Killer · Eyes Only with Wes O'Donnell
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