The Defense Intelligence of Ukraine has updated details regarding the December 31 operation in the Black Sea near temporarily occupied Crimea. Initial reports stated that the Magura V5 missile-armed naval drones had destroyed one russian Mi-8 helicopter and damaged another.
However, updated information confirms an even greater success. Two russian Mi-8 helicopters were destroyed, and a third was damaged in the operation conducted by the Group 13 elite unit. The crews of the destroyed helicopters were reportedly eliminated, further amplifying the blow to russia’s military aviation.
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This operation highlights Ukraine’s growing proficiency in leveraging advanced drone technologies to challenge russian forces in contested areas, demonstrating both tactical innovation and resilience.
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