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Claims Russia redirects Ukrainian long-range drones via GNSS manipulation

The article highlights Baltic-state claims and expert commentary that Russian forces may be able to manipulate/steer Ukrainian long-range drones by interfering with satellite navigation/communications (GPS/GNSS), causing them to stray into NATO airspace. While not confirmed, it points to an EW/spoofing tactic aimed at diverting strike drones and creating cross-border disruption, which is operationally significant if effective.

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