Destruction of the Russian 'Klin' Attack Drone
Ukrainian soldiers from the 118th Separate Mechanized Brigade have reported the destruction of a Russian 'Klin' attack drone, a new weapon developed by Russia's military-industrial complex. The drone entered the unit's area of responsibility on February 10th and was intercepted and eliminated. This destruction occurred just four months after the drone's official unveiling in October 2025, demonstrating the rapid deployment and counter-measure cycle in this conflict.
Technical Specifications of the 'Klin' Drone
The 'Klin' drone has a takeoff weight of 13.5 kg and a wingspan of 1.9 meters. It is capable of reaching flight speeds between 108 and 300 km/h and can operate at altitudes of up to 2 km. The drone's warhead can weigh up to 5 kg and can be configured with either cumulative or high-explosive charges. Designed for autonomous target detection and engagement, it poses a significant threat with an operational range of up to 120 km.
Separately, a tragic incident occurred in the Kharkiv region linked to a Russian drone attack. On the night of February 11th, a Russian attack drone struck a house in Bohodukhiv, resulting in the deaths of three children and their father. The mother of the family, who is 35 weeks pregnant, sustained severe injuries including blast trauma, a traumatic brain injury, acoustic barotrauma, and thermal burns. The family had evacuated from the town of Zolochiv in Kharkiv region just days earlier. While rescuers managed to save the mother's life, the tragedy has left a profound scar on the local community, highlighting the relentless danger faced by civilians.
The elimination of the 'Klin' drone underscores the active efforts of Ukrainian forces to counter the new technologies being deployed by the Russian military.
However, the devastating attack in Bohodukhiv serves as a grim reminder of the horrific consequences of war for civilians, particularly for families desperately seeking safety. These events illustrate the complex humanitarian challenges confronting local communities caught in the conflict.