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Ukrainian intel notes increased use of Russian jet-powered Shahed variants

Ukraine’s GUR chief claims Russia is significantly increasing the share of “reactive/jet” Shahed-type loitering munitions and using them in large mixed salvos alongside ballistic and cruise missiles. The novelty is the reported broader operational use of a faster Shahed variant, which can stress air defenses differently than the standard prop-driven models.

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  • TG: Operatyvno ZSU · https://t.me/operativnoZSU/220459
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