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Ukraine's Izium Installs Drone Nets After Fatal Strikes

3/18/2026

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In Izium, Ukraine, drone nets cover the city to defend against first-person view (FPV) drones that cause up to 80% of front-line casualties.
A drone strike killed twelve mine workers, prompting plans for 2,500 miles of nets by 2026.
Residents express discomfort with the nets amid front-line’s proximity.
Izium, once occupied by Russian forces, remains focal as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy refuses to cede territory without a referendum.

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In Izium, Ukraine, drone nets cover the city to defend against first-person view (FPV) drones that cause up to 80% of front-line casualties.
A drone strike killed twelve mine workers, prompting plans for 2,500 miles of nets by 2026.
Residents express discomfort with the nets amid front-line’s proximity.
Izium, once occupied by Russian forces, remains focal as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy refuses to cede territory without a referendum.