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Drone Technology Showcased to Aid Ukraine Amid Rising Threats

12/13/2025

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Drones Aid Ukraine

In Riihimäki, Finland, the Defence Innovation Network Finland (DEFINE) demonstrates drone technology from 17 companies for Ukraine.
Jan-Erik Saarinen, who recently served on the frontline, says drones help counter Russia's manpower advantage.
Ukrainian soldier Oleksandr Voitko notes drones are central to modern warfare and Ukraine's operations.
Lithuania faces drone and balloon incursions from Belarus, triggering a nationwide emergency.
Experts say Europe must develop counter-drone strategies to address evolving threats.

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Ukraine Disrupts Russia

Ukraine is developing domestically produced cruise missiles that could disrupt Russian air defense production.
The Royal United Services Institute highlights vulnerabilities in Russia's air defense, especially the Pantsir near the Ukrainian border.
Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces say they destroyed two Russian infantry battalions in two days.
Ukraine's naval drone campaign is causing substantial damage to Russia's shadow fleet and raising war-risk insurance costs for tankers.

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Drones Aid Ukraine

In Riihimäki, Finland, the Defence Innovation Network Finland (DEFINE) demonstrates drone technology from 17 companies for Ukraine.
Jan-Erik Saarinen, who recently served on the frontline, says drones help counter Russia's manpower advantage.
Ukrainian soldier Oleksandr Voitko notes drones are central to modern warfare and Ukraine's operations.
Lithuania faces drone and balloon incursions from Belarus, triggering a nationwide emergency.
Experts say Europe must develop counter-drone strategies to address evolving threats.

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