Fishing Nets vs. Russian Drones: Ukraine’s Ingenious War Tactic
Imagine a war where the most advanced weapons are stopped by ordinary fishing nets! Yes, you read that right. Ukraine has found a brilliant, and somewhat hilarious, solution to the Russian drones swarming the skies over the battlefield – fishing nets!
Old School vs. New Tech
While Russia employs cutting-edge drones, including those connected by optical cables resistant to radio jamming, Ukrainians have figured out that simple fishing nets can entangle the drone propellers and disable these flying machines. These nets are deployed along roads and military positions, creating “net corridors” that protect supply routes and troops.
How Does It Work?
The nets are stretched between poles along key roads, and military vehicles are even equipped with protective cages that cause drones to explode several meters away from the vehicle, reducing damage. This simple yet effective tactic is changing the face of the battlefield – roads once lined with trenches and barbed wire are now covered with nets resembling transparent tunnels.
Russia Started It, But Ukraine Fights Back
Russian forces began using fishing nets mid-last year to defend against Ukrainian assault drones. However, as Russian drones became more sophisticated, Ukraine adopted similar tactics and now plans to cover hundreds of kilometers of the front line with nets.
NGOs and Fishing Nets
The Swedish NGO Operation Change has already delivered tons of fishing nets to Ukraine, sourcing them from partners in Nordic countries with large fishing industries, like Denmark. “We’re giving these nets a second life,” says founder Ludvig Ramestam, joking that they will empty all the ports.
War as a Blend of Old and New
This war is a clear example of how outdated but effective means are used against the most advanced weaponry. Some Ukrainian units still rely on World War II-era machine guns, and residents of Kherson have been urged to carry scissors to cut optical cables connected to drones if needed.
Conclusion
As Russian drones fly deeper into Ukraine, Ukrainians refuse to give up and find creative defense solutions. Fishing nets, once a symbol of peace and fishing, have become a symbol of resistance and innovation in war. Who would have thought fishermen and their nets would become heroes of the modern battlefield?
What do you think about this unusual weapon? Is this the start of a new era of warfare or just a temporary fix? Drop a comment, maybe together we’ll come up with even more brilliant ideas!
