Russia likely using captured Ukrainian drones for provocations
Russia has likely begun using captured Ukrainian long-range drones to stage provocations, the Ukrainian defense outlet Militarnyi reported on Aug. 1.
Russia may be utilizing captured Ukrainian drones for provocations, according to Militarnyi, a Ukrainian defense outlet. This assessment is based on footage of a Ukrainian interceptor drone, which matches characteristics of Ukraine's FP-1 and FP-2 drone series. The outlet cites an incident in Moldova on June 8, where a drone crossed into Moldovan territory and exploded near the village of Lopatna in Orhei district, suggesting it was likely of Ukrainian origin.
Polish Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz warned in July that Russia had captured a significant number of Ukrainian drones and could use them for false flag operations. Militarnyi's experts believe Russia is repairing and preparing these drones for future provocations against NATO allies.
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