Author: DEREK GATOPOULOS Associated Press, EFREM LUKATSKY Associated Press, DMYTRO ZHYHINAS Associated Press, ABC News
Published on: 07/12/2025 | 17:33:52
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Commander of sea-drone operations for Ukraine’s military intelligence agency says more complex strikes are expected next year. The commander of the specialized maritime drone unit, Group 13 says Ukraine’s attacks have forced Russia to adapt. “Today, we’ve likely reached a plateau,” the officer says. Group 13 operates the Magura family of sea drones, which Ukraine credits with multiple strikes on Russian ships. The unit currently deploys two variants — the V5, a smaller ramming drone, and the larger V7, a weapons platform. 13th said countries exploring longer-range strike options, submersible drones and more complex mixed-fleet operations see such systems as a logical next step. Ukraine is also seeking to expand co-production of drones with several NATO countries next year.
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