Russia Equips Attack Drones with Electronic Defenses to Counter Ukrainian Interceptors
Russia has enhanced its attack drones with electronic warfare technology to counter Ukrainian interceptor drones. According to Oleksiy Vyskub, Ukraine's first deputy defense minister, these modifications include electronic warfare systems on Shahed-style drones, which are used to target Ukrainian cities and infrastructure. The electronic warfare systems aim to suppress Ukrainian interceptor drones by jamming their communications and navigation systems. Despite these advancements, Ukrainian defense officials, including Mykhailo Fedorov, report that the number of Shahed drones shot down by Ukrainian interceptors has doubled since the start of 2026. The ongoing conflict has seen Russia continuously adapting its drone technology in response to Ukraine's defensive measures. 
