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Russia Enhances Drone Defense Amid Ukraine's Rising Threat

10/16/2025

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Russia is strengthening defenses against FPV drones used by Ukrainian forces at low altitude.
On October 15, the Ukrainian outlet Militarnyi reported that Russia is developing a "Light Afganit" system to protect armored vehicles, combining detection sensors and electronic warfare capabilities.
The Russian helicopter manufacturer acknowledged losses from FPV drones and is pursuing protective upgrades.
Ukraine is forming new helicopter units for drone interception.
Russia is unveiling new interceptor drones.

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Story summary

Russia is strengthening defenses against FPV drones used by Ukrainian forces at low altitude.
On October 15, the Ukrainian outlet Militarnyi reported that Russia is developing a "Light Afganit" system to protect armored vehicles, combining detection sensors and electronic warfare capabilities.
The Russian helicopter manufacturer acknowledged losses from FPV drones and is pursuing protective upgrades.
Ukraine is forming new helicopter units for drone interception.
Russia is unveiling new interceptor drones.