An Abrams tank, manufactured in the United States and used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, was discovered and destroyed during an operation carried out by Crimean paratroopers.
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The information was released this Tuesday (18th) by the Russian Ministry of Defense.
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According to the official statement, the armored vehicle was detected by UAV drone operators affiliated with the paratroopers.
The platoon commander, identified by the callsign “Chekhov,” led a successful strike using an FPV (First-Person View) drone.
The first strike hit the tank, immobilizing it. Subsequently, a second attack coordinated by the commander’s subordinates resulted in the complete destruction of the vehicle.
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Abrams tanks, known for their advanced technology and durability, are widely used by Western military forces and were sent to Ukraine as part of international military support.
The incident in Kursk highlights the vulnerability of these vehicles to asymmetric warfare tactics, such as the use of precision attack drones.
Source and images: Russian Ministry of Defense. Telegram @mod_russia. This content was created with the assistance of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
