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Ukraine updates: Kyiv to ramp up drone production
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As drones become increasingly common in the war in Ukraine for battlefield attacks and reconnaissance, Kyiv has said it will increase the production of drone systems. DW has the latest.
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A Ukrainian soldier has his hand out as a small drone takes off from it
Drones have become weapons for forces on both sides of the war in UkraineImage: Wojciech Grzedzinski/AA/picture alliance
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says that Kyiv is “significantly” ramping up its drone production. Russia is also suspected of expanding its domestic drone production.
Drones have increasingly become vital to both Russian and Ukrainian military efforts.
In recent weeks, Kyiv has had several successful drone attacks as part of its counteroffensive to reclaim its territory.
Meanwhile, Russian drone attacks have destroyed Ukrainian grain storage facilities along the Danube River.
Here’s an overview of some of the main stories concerning Russia’s war in Ukraine on Thursday, August 17:
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Ukraine ramps up numbers of drones as Zelenskyy emphasizes importance
In his nightly video address, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed that Kyiv is “significantly” increasing its production of drones.
As part of his address, Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of drones in defending Ukraine amid Russia’s invasion.
“Drones are the ‘eyes’ and protection on the front line… Drones are a guarantee that people will not have to pay with their lives when drones can be used,” said the Ukrainian leader.
In recent weeks, Kyiv has had several successful drone attacks as part of its counteroffensive efforts to reclaim territory.
Ukraine: War of the drones
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More DW content on Russia’s war in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy hailed the first cargo ship to depart Ukraine using a new Black Sea shipping lane.
It comes after Moscow exited a deal protecting Kyiv’s grain exports from its southern ports.
The United States has criticized Russia’s drone strikes on Ukraine’s Danube infrastructure, saying it showed that President Vladimir Putin did not care about food supply for the developing world.
Ukraine calls Russia’s bluff on Black Sea ships: DW reports
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