The modified Shaheds comes as Ukrainian interceptor drones are logging a growing number of drone kills.

Ukrainian air defences intercepted 150 out of 163 Russian drones launched overnight, with eight strikes recorded and several areas affected.

Air defense units are using small guided rockets to take out Russia’s Shahed drones.

The modified Shaheds comes as Ukrainian interceptor drones are logging a growing number of drone kills.

The Shahed-style drones are typically launched at preset targets, but Russia is increasingly making them more dynamic.

Ukraine's mid-range drone strike campaign is causing both practical and psychological problems for Russia, a defense official said.