Ukrainian Soldiers Now Walk Like Overcautious Hikers to Dodge Killer Drones
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- ā¢In March 2026, Ukrainian special operator 'Gur' revealed soldiers now walk farther, spacing out 10 to 20 meters near drone-heavy kill zones.
- ā¢Soldiers carry pump-action shotguns for last-ditch drone defense since Russian fiber-optic FPV drones canāt be electronically jammed.
- ā¢The kill zone has expanded up to 50 kilometers, pushing troops to mix armored vehicle rides with lengthy, dangerous foot patrols.
On March 25, 2026, Ukrainian special ops like Gur from the 4th Ranger Regiment ditched their armored rides halfway through a perilous 50-60 km trek to hoof it 10-20 km in a growing ākill zoneā swarming with Russian fiber-optic FPV drones that laugh at electronic jamming. Their secret weapon? Pump-action shotguns, because apparently shooting drones with bullets is now a thing. Relentlessly expanding up to 50 km, this drone kill zone has made troop movements resemble a nature hike plotted by paranoid strategists. Meanwhile, robotic medics are stepping in to evacuate casualties, proving humans are now too spooky even for war zones.
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(1 of 3)Source: Businessinsider | Published: 7/22/2026 | Author: Jake Epstein
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