Kherson Under Fire: The Reality Behind the Russian Drone Strikes

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On October 14, 2025, a UN humanitarian convoy carrying vital supplies to the village of Bilozerka in southern Ukraine came under a coordinated drone attack. Striking just a kilometre west of the village, Russian suicide drones damaged two clearly marked UN trucks, destroying much of their cargo. Russian bloggers later posted footage of the assault online, offering a chilling glimpse into the tactics behind these highly precise strikes.

The attack, carried out with first-person-view (FPV) suicide drones guided by long-range observation drones, highlights the growing use of technology in targeting humanitarian missions. While no aid workers were injured, the convoy was forced to abandon two additional trucks, and the humanitarian effort faced severe disruption. OCHA condemned the strikes as a potential war crime, emphasizing the urgent need to protect civilians and those delivering life-saving assistance in conflict zones.