Robert Sherman
This Saturday, NewsNation’s Robert Sherman reports live from Ukraine for a special report, “Ukraine: On the Frontlines.” The one-hour program will air 8p/7C. Find out how to watch.
(NewsNation) — It was the sneak attack that shocked the world. During “Operation Spiderweb” in June, dozens of Ukrainian drones smuggled behind Russian lines took out billions of dollars in aircraft at bases across the country.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022 as a conventional war, but it has morphed into a new, unconventional arms race. Ukrainians estimate Russia launched more than 6,000 drones at their country in the month of July alone.
NewsNation spent the day with one of Ukraine’s top drone developers, Vyriy, which wasn’t even in the drone game when the war broke out.
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“It would be near-impossible to fight a huge military machine like Russia, but with drones it becomes much easier,” one representative said.
Their drones are cheap, ranging in cost from less than $300 to $1,000.
Depending on the model, 80% to 100% of the parts are made in Ukraine — quick delivery to the front lines at a rock bottom price.
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