NewsSudzha falls: Ukraine's daring drone strikes shake Kursk

Sudzha falls: Ukraine's daring drone strikes shake Kursk

Drone "Baba Jaga" attacked near Kursk
Drone "Baba Jaga" attacked near Kursk
Images source: © Getty Images, x @gerashchenko_en

7:01 AM EDT, August 12, 2024

The Ukrainian Armed Forces' pressure on the Kursk region continues. A video surfaced online showing the famous "Baba Yaga" drone attacking fortifications built by the Russians. Vladimir Putin's army was unprepared for a massive enemy attack, and now they don't know how to handle the increasingly worsening situation.

Although some experts believe the Russian-Ukrainian conflict is nearing its end, the decisions of both countries do not indicate this. Under the leadership of Volodymyr Zelensky, the Ukrainians smoothly crossed the border with the Russian Federation and took control of the city of Sudzha in the Kursk region.

The Russian army's sluggishness led to the opponent occupying the gas measurement station in that region, although supplies to Europe were not interrupted.

The enemy's pressure is increasing daily. Anton Gerashchenko, the former Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine, shared a video on platform X showing a drone attack on forts in a critical region.

Falling missiles hit one spot, causing further explosions, which the drone-mounted camera recorded in black and white. "Baba Yaga is one of the most intriguing pieces of equipment our eastern neighbors have at their disposal.

Ukrainian "Baba Yaga" drone spreads fear

The deadly drone is the largest in Ukraine's fleet. It can carry up to 6 grenades, which, in addition to eliminating fortifications, can easily destroy armored vehicles and also damage tanks.

Previously, the machine was most commonly used in the Kharkiv region. However, it also has drawbacks—due to its large weight and dimensions, it is an easier target than smaller drones (including kamikaze drones).

The presence of the "Baba Yaga" during the actions observed by the whole world in Russia may indicate that the Ukrainians do not intend to stop occupying only the border territory.

According to a US think tank, the Institute for the Study of War, Zelensky's forces managed to penetrate up to 22 miles into Russia. The analysis shows that they are moving surprisingly quickly. The opponent's response has so far not been effective.

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