Ukraine’s Naval Drone Attacks: A Shifting Battlefield πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦

Ukraine's naval drones strike back!  Witness the shift in the Black Sea. Click to see the videos.

Ukraine’s Naval Drone Attacks: A Shifting Battlefield πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦

The digital echoes of explosions across the Black Sea are becoming a familiar soundtrack to this conflict. From grainy drone footage to official military communiquΓ©s, the narrative of Ukraine’s innovative and increasingly audacious naval drone attacks is unfolding in real-time across platforms like YouTube. These aren’t just isolated incidents; they represent a tangible shift in the balance of power in a maritime theater long dominated by Russia. The videos analyzed here, raw and often visceral, offer glimpses into this evolving strategy, showcasing both tactical successes and the broader strategic implications for the war. What emerges is a picture of asymmetric warfare, where ingenuity and technological adaptation are challenging conventional naval dominance. Scroll down to witness the key moments captured in these digital fragments of the conflict.

Key Takeaways from the Digital Frontlines

A Maritime Chessboard Reimagined

The narrative emerging from these videos points towards a significant recalibration of naval power in the Black Sea. Ukraine, lacking a traditional blue-water navy, has effectively leveraged unmanned technology to challenge a much larger and historically dominant Russian fleet. The deployment of missile-equipped drones capable of targeting both surface vessels and aerial assets represents a tactical innovation with strategic consequences. This isn’t just about individual strikes; it’s about creating an environment of risk for Russian naval operations, forcing them to adapt and expend resources on defensive measures. The psychological impact of these attacks, the constant threat of unseen, unmanned adversaries, should not be underestimated. The Black Sea, once a relatively secure operating environment for the Russian Navy, is now a contested space, a testament to Ukraine’s ingenuity and the evolving nature of modern naval warfare.

Witness the Shifting Tides

The videos detailed above offer compelling, albeit fragmented, glimpses into Ukraine’s naval drone campaign. Scroll down to explore these digital windows onto the conflict and witness firsthand the innovative tactics reshaping the battlefield in the fight for the Black Sea.

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Ukrainian naval drone destroys Russian helicopter The Times and The Sunday Times
39,847 views | 453 | December 31 2024 10:46:58 (79 comments)[ Read more … ] Ukrainian military intelligence said on Tuesday its naval drone had destroyed a Russian helicopter and damaged another one in the Black Sea.

In a battle near Cape Tarkhankut on Crimea’s west coast on December 26, Magura V5 maritime drone equipped with missiles hit Russia’s Mi-8 helicopter, Ukraine’s GUR spy agency said on Telegram.

GUR claimed it was the first ever successful operation of a naval drone downing an air target.

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Ukrainian naval drones shoot down Russian Mi-8 helicopter in Crimea for the first time Kanal13
147,092 views | 3,989 | December 31 2024 09:23:36 (173 comments)[ Read more … ] #Kanal13​ #likekanal13​ #subscribekanal13 #warinukraine https://www.youtube.com/user/kanal13az?sub_confirmation=1 – SUBSCRIBE TO US! Mi-8 helicopter belonging to the occupying Russian army was destroyed as a result of the operation conducted by the main intelligence department of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine in Crimea. The information was released by the main intelligence agency. The helicopter was destroyed by a Magura V5 missile-equipped naval drone for the first time in history. The attack was carried out by fighters of the special unit “Group 13” during today’s battle in the area of ​​Cape Tarkhankut. Rockets P-73 “SeeDragon” successfully destroyed the Russian Mi-8 helicopter. Another one was shot down, but was able to reach the base airfield. http://youtube.com/kanal13az/join – click here and support Kanal13 monthly for distributing more videos and independent journalism

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The Ukrainian Naval War (2024) – Armed drones, exports & the battle for the Black Sea Perun
272,070 views | 13,991 | December 22 2024 13:20:53 (921 comments)[ Read more … ] Sponsored by Ground News: Compare news coverage. Spot media bias. Avoid algorithms. Try Ground News today and get 50% off your subscription by going to https://ground.news/perun

Russia began its Feb 2022 invasion with a massive force advantage over Ukraine in the Black Sea – but over time we’ve seen the Russian fleet steadily pushed back by a Ukrainian strategy of sea denial driven by anti-ship missiles, reconnaissance drones and, critically, USVs (AKA naval drones)

Those drones have evolved rapidly, to the point where now we’ve seen them launching rockets or fighting back against helicopters.

So in this episode, I look at the Black Sea campaign since our 2023 update, and examine the evolution of Ukrainian USVs and the Russian response.

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Reading and Sourcing:

CSIS on Russia’s strikes on Ukrainian Grain Infrastructure https://www.csis.org/analysis/russias-renewed-attacks-ukraines-grain-infrastructure-why-now-what-next

Associated reporting https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/russian-missile-hits-civilian-ship-with-ukrainian-grain-black-sea-zelenskiy-says-2024-09-12/

https://kyivindependent.com/romania-condemns-russian-strike-on-cargo-ship-with-ukrainian-grain-in-black-sea/

https://press.un.org/en/2024/sc15857.doc.htm

https://interfax.com.ua/news/economic/1022955.html

Anti-mine initiative https://www.reuters.com/world/turkey-romania-bulgaria-ink-deal-clear-floating-black-sea-mines-2024-01-11/

FPV carrier https://www.navalnews.com/naval-news/2024/12/world-first-ukraines-newest-naval-drone-in-unique-attack-on-russian-positions/

https://mil.in.ua/en/news/the-ukrainian-navy-received-naval-drones-equipped-with-strike-fpv-drones/

Ukraine Arms Sea Baby Drones with Grad rockets https://www.navalnews.com/naval-news/2024/01/ukraine-arms-sea-baby-usvs-with-rockets-or-missiles/

https://kyivindependent.com/the-sbu-has-a-new-weapon-grad-equipped-sea-baby-drones/

Ukrainian USVs get guns https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidaxe/2024/12/09/ukraines-sea-baby-drone-boats-shoot-back-now/

https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/3935841-ukraines-sea-drones-engage-russian-helicopters-hit-barge-raw-footage.html

USVs vs countermeasures https://www.businessinsider.com/russian-guns-on-warships-havent-stopped-ukraines-sea-drones-general-2024-3

The scope incident https://www.npr.org/2024/09/04/nx-s1-5100305/navy-commander-photo-rifle-scope-mounted-backward

LRUSV + Hero Loitering Munition https://www.navalnews.com/naval-news/2023/07/usmc-adds-loitering-munitions-to-its-lrusv-naval-drones/

385 Brigade https://www.navalnews.com/naval-news/2023/08/worlds-first-specialized-explosive-naval-drone-unit-formed-in-ukraine/

Reporting on Vice Admiral Wikoff’s comments https://www.voanews.com/a/houthis-undeterred-despite-us-action-to-protect-red-sea-shipping/7734735.html

Reporting on the collapse of the Grain Initiative https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/jul/20/what-was-the-black-sea-grain-deal-and-why-did-it-collapse

https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/press-briefings/2023/07/17/press-briefing-by-press-secretary-karine-jean-pierre-and-nsc-coordinator-for-strategic-communications-john-kirby-18/

Reporting on Ukraine’s Grain deliveries https://www.voanews.com/a/tons-of-ukrainian-grain-arrives-in-drought-hit-malawi/7855276.html

https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/infographics/ukrainian-grain-exports-explained/

https://www.cfr.org/article/how-ukraine-overcame-russias-grain-blockade

https://www.csis.org/analysis/setting-record-straight-ukraines-grain-exports

USMC tests HIMARS from the deck of the USS Anchorage https://www.pacom.mil/Media/News/News-Article-View/Article/1351282/anchorage-conducts-high-mobility-artillery-rocket-system-shoot-during-db17

TASS (2021) on the Admiral Nakhimov https://tass.com/defense/1281679

Neptune production https://euromaidanpress.com/2024/11/19/ukraine-scales-up-production-of-advanced-neptune-missiles/

Magura & Sea Baby https://newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/magura-v5-in-action-how-many-russian-ships-1709632507.html

https://www.twz.com/new-drone-boat-named-sea-baby-used-in-kerch-bridge-attack

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Timestamps: 00:00:00 β€” Opening Words 00:01:15 β€” What Am I Talking About? 00:03:28 β€” Background 00:06:39 β€” Battle For The Black Sea 00:14:58 β€” Russia Changes Tactics 00:24:53 β€” Drone Evolution 00:35:22 β€” Counter-adaptation (drones with guns) 00:43:48 β€” Future Trends 00:50:50 β€” Wider Implications 01:01:46 β€” Channel Update
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Ukr (68) drone attack, downs Rus Mi-8 Heli, hits oil depot. Rus strikes Kiev. US gives $15Bn to Ukr. Emil Cosman
12,083 views | 1,019 | December 31 2024 15:21:35 (117 comments)[ Read more … ] Combined Russian attack on 31 December: Ukrainian air defences destroy 16 drones and 6 missiles, including Kinzhals Russia Conducts High-Precision Strikes on Ukrainian Military Infrastructure Ukrainian forces intercept one Kinzhal, five Kh-69 missiles, 16 Shahed drones Russian morning strike on Kyiv: buildings and cars damaged Missile fragments damage 3 private buildings, 2 cars in Kyiv Widespread drone attacks hit Russia overnight Oil depot on fire in Russia’s Smolensk Oblast after drone attack Oil Depot in Russia’s Smolensk Region on Fire After Ukraine’s Drone Attack Russia claims large-scale Ukrainian UAV attack, reportedly downing 68 drones Russian Air Defense Shoots Down 68 Ukrainian Drones Overnight DIU soldiers destroyed Russian Mi-8 helicopter with Magura V5 drone Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence reports historic strike: naval drone destroys Russian Mi-8 helicopter in Crimea Ukrainian forces capture village in Russia’s Kursk region Russian army advances near Kurakhove, Novoelizavetivka in Donetsk Oblast Kiev announces US to transfer $15bn using seized Russian funds Zelensky is all-time money heist β€˜champ’ – Musk
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Russian Caspian Flotilla base attacked by a Kamikaze Drone! Armourdesia Military Hardware
3,530,123 views | 52,688 | November 6 2024 17:26:28 (1,297 comments)[ Read more … ] A long-range kamikaze drone targets a Russian navy corvette at a naval base in Dagestan. One drone is intercepted, but the second strikes with minimal damage, showcasing the drone’s effectiveness.. . .. … Disclaimer This video is for information purposes only. This channel is not biased toward any political agenda. May the peace prevail. … …………….I hope you enjoyed the video……………… ————–Please Like, Share and Subscribe!—————— Note: Full Credit to Owner (All images, Music, and pictures shown in the video belong to their respective owners ) Disclaimer: This Channel does not endorse or facilitate any illegal activities, and all channeled material is intended for educational purposes only.
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Ukraine’s Deadly Super Weapons Shocking Russia on the Battlefield Tech
69,919 views | 1,954 | November 8 2024 19:00:26 (117 comments)[ Read more … ] The battle for control of the Black Sea has intensified, with Ukraine’s advanced weaponry pushing the boundaries of modern warfare. In this gripping compilation, we witness the relentless power of Ukrainian technology reshaping the battlefield. It begins with the devastating strike of the Migura V5 naval drones. These state-of-the-art, stealthy boats, designed to wreak havoc on Russian forces, have been relentlessly hunting warships in the Black Sea. The footage, captured from the drones’ cameras, shows how they maneuver through the darkness, evading Russian gunfire and delivering explosive payloads that have contributed to the loss of nearly a third of Russia’s Black Sea fleet.

Next, we move to a raw, unfiltered video showing a kamikaze drone taking on the massive Russian 2S4 Tyulpan mortarβ€”one of the largest operational artillery systems in the world. This tiny, silent drone ambushed the Soviet-era mortar, tearing it apart in a brilliant demonstration of how modern, cost-effective technology is rewriting the rules of engagement in this 21st-century conflict.

In the south, in the hotly contested Kherson region, a rare and formidable Russian weapon, the Tor-M2DT surface-to-air missile system, takes center stage. Originally designed for Arctic warfare, it now finds itself facing Ukraine’s advanced artillery. Armed with GPS-guided Excalibur shells, the 406th Artillery Brigade demonstrates their precision, proving how advanced technology can take down even the most sophisticated missile systems in Russia’s arsenal.

Finally, we witness the unveiling of the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System II, as a Ukrainian Humvee, adorned with the insignia of the 37th Separate Marine Brigade, launches laser-guided rockets from an Arnold Defense LAND-LGR4 launcher. The precision and effectiveness of these rockets highlight the growing sophistication of Ukraine’s military arsenal, potentially shifting the balance in future engagements.

From sleek, deadly drones to cutting-edge artillery systems, Ukraine’s modern weapons are proving to be game-changers on the battlefield. This compilation showcases how innovation and precision are transforming the way wars are fought, with technology leading the charge in the ongoing struggle for dominance.
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