As the war becomes increasingly prolonged and technology-driven, Ukraine continues to innovate in its methods of striking Russian assets. Among the latest developments is the use of “mother drones” — large unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) capable of carrying and deploying multiple explosive-equipped FPV drones mid-flight. This tactic, confirmed by footage released in January 2025, allows Ukrainian forces to carry out coordinated strikes up to 40 kilometers behind Russian lines and reflects a broader evolution in Kyiv’s drone warfare strategy. These innovations coincide with a rapid expansion of Ukraine’s domestic arms industry, including the development of long-range drones capable of reaching targets as far as 3,000 kilometers away, potentially transforming the strategic landscape of the conflict. Read more.
A fixed-wing carrier drone capable of deploying six FPV drones was recently unveiled in a video released by Ukraine (Picture source: United 24 )
