Operators of the Lasar's Group of the National Guard of Ukraine reported the destruction of two russian BM-21 multiple launch rocket systems in Donetsk region. The unit released combat footage on February 28, showing drone strikes against the enemy artillery systems.
According to the published video, one of the launchers was destroyed while on the move. Hitting a mobile target of that size requires precise coordination between aerial reconnaissance and strike drones, suggesting a well-prepared operation. The ability to engage a moving artillery system also indicates growing effectiveness in drone-guided targeting.
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BM-21 Grad is 122 mm multiple launch rocket system capable of delivering saturation fire over a wide area. Despite being a Soviet-era design, it remains widely used due to its mobility and destructive potential. Eliminating such systems directly reduces the enemy's capacity to shell frontline positions and nearby settlements.
The second launcher was reportedly located in the same area after detailed analysis of enemy positions. Ukrainian operators stated that the system had been concealed under cover, a common tactic aimed at protecting high-value artillery assets from aerial reconnaissance. However, concealment proved insufficient against persistent drone surveillance.
The strike was carried out using heavy bomber drones. These large unmanned platforms are typically capable of carrying heavier munitions than standard FPV drones, allowing them to target fortified or well-protected equipment. The footage indicates that accurate munition drops quickly set the launcher ablaze.
During the strike, one russian serviceman reportedly attempted to approach the burning system, possibly in an effort to save the equipment. However, after hearing the approach of another drone, he retreated from the position.
As Defense Express previously reported, operators of the Bulava Unmanned Systems Battalion repelled russian assault involving a heavily protected tank and infantry, according to footage released by Army TV on February 27. The engagement highlights both the evolving battlefield adaptations of russian armored units and the increasingly hybrid nature of drone-led defense.
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