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Video shows Ukrainian drone evading fire in Samara

A viral video from Russia's Samara region shows a Ukrainian long-range drone successfully evading automatic gunfire, indicating real-time operator control.

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Samara region, Russia
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Saturday, 18 April 2026 at 19:49 UTC
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A video has gone viral from Russia's Samara region showing a Ukrainian long-range drone successfully evading automatic gunfire from Russian defenses. The footage indicates the UAV is being controlled by an operator in real-time, likely via satellite communication, which complicates interception efforts. Russian military commentators warn this capability will make the drones harder to shoot down, potentially leading to increased losses among mobile air defense and fire groups. The development highlights the evolving technological edge in the drone warfare arena.
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