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Russian unit claims Zaporizhzhia sector battles are dominated by drones

The post describes a shift in how fighting is conducted in this Zaporizhzhia front sector: combat is said to be "99%" driven by UAVs, with infantry movement becoming highly risky due to dense drone presence. This indicates an evolving drone-centric doctrine/tactical environment where battlefield control depends primarily on UAV quantity and capability rather than traditional maneuver.

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strike2026-05-15Russian strike drone unit reportedly destroyed a Ukrainian position near Kamyshivaha on the Zaporizhzhia front
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