In a series of successful operations over the past week, the Phoenix unmanned aerial systems unit of the Pomsta Brigade has dealt critical damage to russian military assets in Kharkiv region, particularly along the Kupiansk axis.
Using precision drone strikes, the Phoenix unit managed to destroy a range of high-value targets. Among the most significant was the elimination of russian TOS-1A Solntsepyok heavy flamethrower system, a weapon notorious for its destructive thermobaric capabilities. The loss of this system marks a serious tactical setback for russian forces in the area.
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In addition to the TOS-1A system, two enemy tanks were taken out, one of which was identified as the T-72B3, one of russia's more modernized main battle tanks. The Phoenix unit's drones also neutralized a combat armored vehicle and an artillery piece, the D-30 howitzer, further reducing russian capacity for frontline engagements.
The drone operators also targeted russian electronic warfare infrastructure. The R-330 Zhitel system, designed to jam Ukrainian communications and UAVs, was successfully destroyed. This significantly weakens russia's ability to interfere with Ukrainian drone operations and battlefield coordination.
A UAV command post operated by russian forces was also hit, likely impacting their ability to conduct aerial reconnaissance and coordinate strikes in the Kupiansk direction. Ukrainian forces are increasingly targeting not just combat equipment but also the nodes of control and communication in russia's military structure.
Further strikes destroyed four military trucks and four other vehicles, along with two enemy fuel depots. These hits are expected to disrupt logistics and reduce the mobility of russian units operating in the area.
Lastly, the Phoenix unit also eliminated three enemy motorcycles often used by russian reconnaissance or sabotage groups. Each of these targeted strikes underscores the growing precision and impact of Ukrainian drone warfare in degrading the enemy's combat potential.
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