These images show a Ukrainian kamikaze drone taking out a Russian tank that was spotted along a dirt road next to a field.
The footage shows the Ukrainian drone honing in on its target and landing on the tank, then blowing it up in a fiery explosion.
The images were obtained by Newsflash from the Ground forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, on Wednesday, 10th January, along with a statement saying: “The occupier was in a hurry to go somewhere on a tank.
“Now they will collect it in a jar.”
Russia invaded Ukraine on 24th February 2022 in what the Kremlin is still calling a “special military operation.” Today marks the 686th day of the full-scale war.
Ukrainian Kamikaze Drone Takes Out Russian T-90 Tank
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that between 24th February 2022 and 10th January 2024. Russia had lost approximately 366,790 personnel, 6,038 tanks, 11,216 armoured combat vehicles, 8,684 artillery units, 956 multiple launch rocket systems. 639 air defence systems, 329 warplanes, 324 helicopters, 6,834 drones, 1,805 cruise missiles, 23 warships, 1 submarine, 11,575 motor vehicles and fuel tankers, and 1,336 units of special equipment.
Two drones attacked a fuel facility in Oryol, Russia, causing a fire that has been contained, according to Governor Andrei Klychkov.
Three people sustained moderate injuries during the drone attack, with two opting not to be hospitalised. Emergency services are currently at the scene.
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is scheduled to deliver a “special address” at the World Economic Forum in Davos next week.
The annual forum, themed “Rebuilding Trust,” is expected to focus on the Middle East conflict.
Severe winter weather, compounded by Russian strikes weakening the energy system, has left over 1,000 towns and villages in nine Ukrainian regions without electricity.
Ukrainian Forces Destroy Russian Towed Gun Using Kamikaze Drone
To cope with the demand, Ukraine had to import electricity from neighbouring Romania and Slovakia, as reported by Ukrenergo, the country’s power grid operator.
Hungary has signalled a potential withdrawal of its veto on EU aid to Ukraine. Suggesting it may reconsider if the funding is subject to an annual review. According to three EU diplomatic sources, Budapest is open to lifting its opposition if the European Council unanimously approves the aid on a yearly basis.
This implies that Hungary’s Prime Minister, Viktor Orban, could seek concessions from the bloc in exchange for cooperation according to Politico.
The Kremlin has declared that the Russian military is committed to addressing the escalating Ukrainian shelling of the border city of Belgorod. The city has been under persistent attacks, including shelling and drone incidents, for several months.
The Kremlin states that every effort will be made to address the situation.
Ukraine is facing a shortage of anti-aircraft guided missiles, according to Air Force spokesperson Yuriy Ihnat.
He mentioned that the country has depleted a significant portion of its reserves due to recent attacks. Leading to the current deficit in these missiles. Ihnat made the comments in an interview with Ukrainian TV.
