Russia's air defenses have proven to be less potent against small drones because they're meant to detect larger targets such as missiles and aircraft.
  • Oil and gas facilities in Russia have caught fire in recent weeks following suspected drone attacks.
  • In the latest attack, an oil refinery in the southwestern Volgograd region was ablaze on Saturday.
  • Russia’s air-defense systems have proven to be less effective against small drones.
  • kent_eh@lemmy.caEnglish
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    5 months ago

    War in general is horrible for the environment, but if a few burning refineries over a short period of time can stop a war, then it may be a net benefit.