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The Ukrainian soldier's best chance against Russia's advanced unjammable drones is as low-tech as it gets
- Ukrainian soldiers are using shotguns as their best defense against Russia's unjammable fiber-optic drones, which are resistant to jamming and electronic warfare.
- Front-line soldiers rely on shotguns due to limited options for countering these drones, especially those using fiber-optic technology.
- The drones are challenging to bring down, requiring physical shooting, making shotguns a crucial tool for survival.
- Fiber-optic drones utilize thin cables for connection, making them impervious to traditional electronic warfare countermeasures.
- Ukrainian soldiers are trained to engage drones with shotguns, as mechanical impact remains the most effective method against such drones.
- Various drone training schools in Ukraine emphasize the importance of shotguns in countering drone threats, especially fiber-optic ones.
- As drones play a significant role in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, soldiers face challenges in distinguishing friend from foe due to the high drone presence.
- While high-end air defense systems are available, front-line soldiers prioritize cost-effective solutions like shotguns for tactical drone engagements.
- Training simulators are being developed to enhance soldiers' shotgun skills against drones, reflecting the ongoing need for effective countermeasures.
- Despite the evolving drone warfare landscape, shotguns remain a vital tool for Ukrainian soldiers in combating advanced drone technologies.
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