Shahed. Photo: gettyimages
Russian troops returned to their typical tactics of striking Ukraine in late March and early April after the peak of massive attacks in February and March. This is stated in a report by the Institute for the Study of War (ISW).
The report states that after the attack on 6 April – the largest in a month – no strikes were recorded on 7 April. However, the enemy quickly resumed daily attacks.
Drone tactics have changed: Russians launch Shahed from high altitude, in several synchronised groups, often 10-15 drones at a time, to overwhelm Ukrainian air defences.
According to Colonel Yuriy Ihnat, Russia is constantly upgrading its Shahed, missiles and attack methods, which complicates the work of Ukraine’s air defence.
ISW analysts also note that the Kremlin is avoiding a temporary ceasefire in order to continue to put pressure on Ukraine, destroying infrastructure and intimidating civilians.
