15 APR 2026
Ukraine

Russia trains soldiers for FPV drone ops in Donbas

Wednesday, 15 April 2026 at 11:53 UTC · 1 source

Russian military personnel from the 'Vostok' grouping are undergoing comprehensive training to operate FPV drones for use in the Donbas region. The program, led by instructors with combat experience, begins with classroom instruction and simulator use before advancing to practical flights on an obstacle course simulating trenches and bunkers. The training aims to rapidly produce qualified specialists capable of targeting Ukrainian personnel and equipment in confined combat spaces.

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TGMilitary Waveview5h ago
Cycle: Wednesday, 15 April 2026 at 11:53 UTC · First reported: 5h ago
Russia trains soldiers for FPV drone ops in Donbas — TheDailyEuro