Ukraine War BREAKING NEWS: Ukrainian Sea Drone Shoots Down Russian Mi-8 Helicopter
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"This is a very quick video just to let you know that a world's first has happened last night, and that is a Magura V5 USV, that's an unmanned sea vessel, a drone, a vehicle, a drone of the water, that it has been seen to have shot down a Mi-8 helicopter"
Hello Team
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Jonathan welcomes viewers to another ATP Geopolitics video, a Ukraine War Breaking News update for December 31st, 2024.
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Ukrainian Sea Drone Shoots Down Russian Mi-8 Helicopter - A World First
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Jonathan reports a world first event: a Ukrainian Magura V5 USV (unmanned sea vessel drone) shot down a Russian Mi-8 helicopter. This was achieved using a "drone-portable" air defense system mounted on the USV, firing an R-73 missile. The incident occurred near Cape Tarkhan, on the western Crimean Peninsula. Another Russian helicopter was damaged and forced to retreat to an airfield. The footage is making waves online, with sources like Special Coastal Cat highlighting its historical significance. Jonathan reads a report from Ukrainian intelligence confirming the incident and detailing the use of an R-73 Sea Dragon missile. The report mentions a second helicopter was damaged by fire and managed to escape.
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Russian Reaction and Analysis of the Effectiveness of Surface-to-Air Missiles
🎦 02:01-03:35⏩
Jonathan highlights Russian propagandists acknowledging the incident, indicating its significance. He discusses the implications of using an air-to-air missile in a surface-to-air role, noting the potential range limitations. Jonathan observes that Ukraine has been aiming for this capability for a while. Launching from a static position, especially at sea level, significantly reduces the missile's range compared to air launch. Nevertheless, the strike was successful.
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Further Ukrainian drone and missile attacks and closing remarks
🎦 03:35-04:13⏩
Jonathan speculates on the method used to damage the second helicopter, whether by missile or onboard weaponry like an autocannon. He notes increased Ukrainian drone and missile activity within Russian territory and expects more information to emerge. Jonathan believes Ukraine had a successful night overall and encourages viewers to stay tuned for updates. He concludes by thanking his audience and signing off.
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