Russia has begun using new FPV drones with fibre-optic cables that are invisible to electronic warfare

On the battlefield, we noticed isolated cases of Russian invaders using FPV drones, which operate thanks to fibre-optic cables.

Here's What We Know

Such drones are resistant to electronic warfare systems and mark a new stage in the so-called "drone war" between Ukraine and the terrorist state of Russia.

Evidence of Russia's use of fibre-optic drones first emerged in March, when Ukraine managed to capture one prototype intact. However, it was only this month that videos began to emerge showing systems allegedly connected via fibre-optic cables.

Some combat footage purportedly showing attacks by these drones against Ukrainian forces was shared via open-source intelligence accounts on social media.

United24, a fundraising platform that raises money for the development and production of drones, said on Wednesday that Russia had begun using fibre-optic guided drones in Kursk, the "first known use of such weapons in combat."

It is worth noting that the attractiveness of such drones is that they are resistant to the widespread use of electronic warfare and radio jamming. In addition, they provide stable communication with the operator under any circumstances.

It remains unclear how and whether fibre-optic drones will reach mass production, although some foreign companies have previously worked on such drones with cable reels.

Source: Business Insider