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Ukrainian drone operator reportedly rams Russian drone with Vampire UAV

Monday, October 12, 2026 at 08:07 PM

A Ukrainian drone operator from the 100th Brigade reportedly rammed a Russian cruise drone with a Vampire UAV, destroying the enemy aircraft. The operator noticed the Russian drone in close proximity during a flight and decided to use a physical maneuver, described as a "shoulder-to-shoulder" push.

The remains of the downed Russian drone reportedly burned in a field.

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Reported by @Tsaplienko on Telegram.
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Ukrainian drone operator reportedly rams Russian drone with Vampire UAV

@Tsaplienko

Operator of the 100th Brigade used a Vampire drone to destroy a Russian cruise drone in a close-quarters maneuver.