Ukraine Warns Russia Developed Metal-Cutting Drone to Attack Power Grid

Ukrainian Defense Intelligence (HUR) has revealed that Russia is operating a specialized strike drone built to destroy power line towers.

The unmanned aerial system carries explosive ordnance embedded inside its wings capable of cutting through metal, HUR Deputy Chief Maj. Gen. Vadym Skibitskyi verified in an interview with RBC-Ukraine.

The design allows Russian forces to sever overhead lines and damage distribution pylons without striking major generation stations, crippling Ukraine’s electricity and heating infrastructure as part of an upcoming fall and winter strike campaign.

Read the full story on our new publication, The Drone Front: Ukraine Warns Russia Developed Metal-Cutting Drone to Attack Power Grid