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While the use of drones offers significant advantages in flexibility and cost-effectiveness, they are not without their challenges. Although drone missions are often depicted in triumphal videos on social media, the success rate is considerably variable. It is estimated that out of several drone missions, only a fraction results in successful hits, with many suffering from technical malfunctions, running out of battery power, or being shot down.
Despite the growing reliance on drones, the Ukrainian military does not fully depend on them. Traditional artillery remains a prevalent tool in the conflict, with artillery accounting for a larger number of casualties compared to drone strikes.