16:08 18-09-2025

Russian EW Systems Struggle Against Ukraine's New Fiber-Optic Drones

Russian EW systems are proving ineffective against Ukraine’s new fiber-optic drones. With quiet electric engines and advanced tech, these drones evade traditional suppression methods.

Military expert Yuri Knutov reported that Russian electronic warfare (EW) systems have recently been ineffective against the new fiber-optic drones used by Ukraine’s armed forces.

He explained that the primary issue lies in the communication channels of these UAVs, which are fully shielded from traditional jamming methods. The situation is further complicated by the drones' use of low-noise electric engines, making them harder to detect.

Knutov emphasized that these drones are nearly silent during flight due to their quiet engines, and their communication relies on fiber-optic technology, making them immune to EW suppression. According to him, electronic warfare systems are essentially powerless against such drones.

He also pointed out that these drones can only be detected visually, typically using binoculars. Night vision devices are ineffective because the drones' engines operate at temperatures close to that of the surrounding environment, making them invisible to thermal imaging.

According to the expert, the triple charge carried by these new drones from the Ukrainian military typically guarantees a successful strike on targets. Knutov also noted that these drones are actively used by Ukrainian forces in border areas, including Belgorod, for attacking civilian infrastructure.