The Armed Forces of Ukraine shot down a unique reconnaissance drone of the occupiers (video).


The fighters of the battalion of unmanned systems of the 63rd separate mechanized brigade 'Steel Lions' of the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed a rare experimental reconnaissance drone of the occupiers 'Merlin-VR'.
According to reports, during the execution of the task, the air defense and pilots of the 63rd brigade shot down the Russian experimental reconnaissance drone 'Merlin-VR'. This drone is known for its rare characteristics - the ability to ascend to an altitude of up to 5 km and remain there for 10 hours, which significantly exceeds the capabilities of Supercam and Zala.
We remind you that over the past day, Ukrainian defenders destroyed 1480 occupiers. The Russians also lost 20 armored combat vehicles on the front.
Furthermore, Ukrainian paratroopers, together with adjacent units, captured 27 Russian servicemen in the Kursk region. The Air Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine posted a video of these events.
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