A Chinese drone for hobbyists plays a crucial role in the Russia-Ukraine war

By Greg Myre

A Ukrainian soldier launches a DJI Mavic 3 drone in Bakhmut, Ukraine, near the frontline with Russian troops on Feb. 18. Ukrainian forces have been using drones for reconnaissance and directing artillery fire. But the Ukrainians have also modified them to conduct attacks on Russian ground forces.

There’s lots of talk about China supplying weapons to Russia for its war in Ukraine. But one Chinese product already plays a key battlefield role – a cheap, popular, off-the-shelf, commercial drone.

(Image credit: John Moore/Getty Images)

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Updated: March 27, 2023 at 2:59 pm