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Russian Troops Shift to Motorcycles to Evade Drone Strikes

5/13/2025

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Russian troops are turning to motorcycles in Ukraine, a desperate move to dodge drone strikes and compensate for heavy losses of armored vehicles. This tactical shift enables quicker assaults and access to challenging terrains. The Russian Ministry of Defense is formalizing these strategies, raising concerns about the potential stifling of military innovation.

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Russian troops are turning to motorcycles in Ukraine, a desperate move to dodge drone strikes and compensate for heavy losses of armored vehicles. This tactical shift enables quicker assaults and access to challenging terrains. The Russian Ministry of Defense is formalizing these strategies, raising concerns about the potential stifling of military innovation.