Ukraine Says Its Shahed Lessons Now Matter Beyond Its War
Business Insider • • world
Key Points:
- Ukrainian forces have extensive experience combating Iranian Shahed drones, which are also used by Iran against US forces, and have developed low-cost defenses that could offer valuable lessons for others facing similar threats.
- Ukraine intercepts about 90% of Russian Shahed drones using affordable methods like electronic warfare, mobile gun teams, and interceptor drones costing between $2,300 and $6,000, far cheaper than expensive US interceptor missiles.
- US military leaders acknowledge the challenge posed by Shahed drones and are adapting their strategies, but experts suggest the US should adopt Ukraine’s cost-effective drone interception tactics more broadly to improve defense efficiency.
- Ukrainian officials have received requests from the US for support against Shahed drones in the Middle East, and there is growing consideration
