Simple, yet genius! Ukrainians have figured out how to make drones reach Moscow unnoticed

This method, as reported by Defense Express, allows unmanned aerial vehicles to be delivered closer to targets before their launch. Instead of relying entirely on the drones' own range, strike drones can be transported by balloons over long distances. This potentially allows them to reach targets while reducing the distance they need to cover on their own. This concept can provide several advantages, especially when strikes are aimed at targets located far from the front line. By placing drones closer to the intended targets, Ukrainian forces can extend the effective range of relatively low-computerized unmanned systems. Balloons can also serve as an alternative means of aerial cargo transport, which may complicate Russia's ability to intercept approaching threats. Ukraine’s Defense Forces are using balloons for a range of air operations. One of them is carrying strike drones deep into the enemy’s operational rear and releasing them close to their targets. Balloons were also recently spotted far behind the front line, in Moscow region. https://t.co/TK43rzAqzj— Defense of Ukraine (@DefenceU) November 7, 2026