Ukraine downs Russian helicopter with small explosive drone

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Ukrainian forces reportedly downed a 12-ton Russian Mi-8 helicopter using a two-pound drone loaded with explosives near Donetsk. Footage shows the helicopter ablaze after taking off. Ukraine has significantly increased drone production, creating around 200,000 drones in early 2024, compared to 60,000 in 2023. This incident highlights the ongoing drone warfare between Ukraine and Russia amid the conflict.


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