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Drone Warfare Evolves: Cartels Join Ukraine's Fight

8/2/2025

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Drone warfare is reshaping the battlefield in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with FPV drones striking Russian air bases. Alarmingly, Mexican and Colombian nationals, including cartel members, are flocking to Ukraine for drone training. Meanwhile, Ukrainian authorities are ramping up their drone capabilities, and President Zelensky is eyeing a monumental drone sale to the U.S., valued between $10-30 billion.

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Drone warfare is reshaping the battlefield in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with FPV drones striking Russian air bases. Alarmingly, Mexican and Colombian nationals, including cartel members, are flocking to Ukraine for drone training. Meanwhile, Ukrainian authorities are ramping up their drone capabilities, and President Zelensky is eyeing a monumental drone sale to the U.S., valued between $10-30 billion.