Russia used unusual drones in attack on Kyiv region, expert reveals
Photo: Russia launched Parodiya decoy drones at Kyiv region (t.me/serhii_flash)
Russia's attack on Kyiv region on the evening of May 2 was unusual. Russian forces used Parodiya decoy drones to distract Ukrainian air defenses, according to Ukrainian Defense Ministry adviser Serhii Beskrestnov (Flash).
"Yesterday's drone attack on Kyiv region differed from the usual pattern. Residents in several districts noticed the unusual appearance of the drones," Flash said.
According to him, after a break of several months, the enemy once again used Parodiya decoy drones on a large scale.
The purpose of such drones is to distract Ukrainian air defenses, which is why dozens of them were circling over Kyiv region.
Photo: Russia launched "Parodiya" decoy drones at Kyiv region on May 2 (t.me/serhii_flash)
Photo: Russia launched "Parodiya" decoy drones at Kyiv region on May 2 (t.me/serhii_flash)
"The enemy is constantly testing new drone tactics. The task of the Defense Forces is to analyze, study, anticipate, and, of course, counter them," the Defense Ministry adviser said.
As a reminder, explosions were heard in Kyiv on the evening of May 2. Air defense systems were active as the city came under attack from Russian drones.
Monitoring channels also reported a large number of drones heading toward the capital.
At 4:30 p.m., Ukraine's Air Force warned of an incoming enemy drone threat. The attack continued into the night.
Ukrainian air defense forces successfully engaged the enemy drones.
