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Ukrainian military sources have recently reported the deployment of a new Russian loitering munition, dubbed “Banderol” (Parcel) striking targets in Odesa, Mykolaiv, and Kharkiv regions since mid-April 2025. The drone reportedly poses a significant threat due to its high speed, explosive payload, and evasive flight profile, outpacing even the widely used Geran UAVs.
According to Ukrainian military intelligence (GUR), the “Banderol” is a jet-powered kamikaze UAV, capable of reaching speeds between 400–500 km/h, making it difficult to intercept with conventional anti-aircraft guns or small arms. It can be distinguished by “howling” engine noise.
While exact specifications remain unknown, Ukrainian analysts suggest the drone may function as a hybrid between a loitering munition and a guided missile, possibly derived from modified FAB glide bombs with jet propulsion. Its warhead is believed to be larger than that of the Geran, though its precise destructive capacity and operational range are still unknown.
Russian forces have reportedly integrated the Banderol into mixed-wave strikes, deploying it alongside Geran, Gerbera (decoys turned into attack drones), and Parodiya electronic warfare UAVs. This tactic appears designed to overwhelm Ukrainian air defenses, with the high-speed Banderol serving as the primary penetrator.
Ukrainian air defense units have struggled to counter the new threat, as the drone’s velocity exceeds the engagement capabilities of MANPADS and some short-range systems. The lack of detailed technical intelligence suggests that few, if any, Banderoil drones have been successfully shot down so far.
According to local reports, the Russian military used some new UAVs in the night attack in Odessa on April 22nd. The UAVs supposed to be upgraded Geran-3 UAVs. LINK These could also be the so-called Banderol reported by the Ukrainian military.
If confirmed, the introduction of the new UAV underscores Russia’s continued innovation in drone warfare, particularly in long-range strikes against logistical hubs, strategic infrastructure, and military-industrial sites. Its focus on Odessa aligns with Moscow’s campaign to disrupt Ukraine’s military supply routes and naval capabilities.
Ukrainian officials have admitted that the new UAV is “more dangerous than the Geran”, citing its speed and payload as key challenges. Meanwhile, Russian sources have hinted at further upgrades to their drone fleet, including Geran UAVs with 90 kg warheads and real-time video transmission for precision targeting.
For Ukraine, countering this threat will likely require accelerated deployment of electronic warfare systems and faster interceptor drones. With no signs of the aerial duel slowing, the skies over Ukraine remain a critical battleground in this protracted war.
in nazi ukraine any black or mestico looking person would be beaten to death by the white supremacists of the following organizations: ss aidar, ss kraken, wolfsangel (aka azov), waffen ss nachtigall (who were in kursk killing civilians), leibstandarte adolf hitler, right sektor – all of them are leading today’s ukrainian government and military. all of them funded by the us and eu tax payers
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russia deployed a new diaper for poohtin…heheheh
diapers needed by ukraine when they hear that sound. hehehe. better ask nato for 20 million diapers.
banderol for the banderites…..