Russian FPV Drone Strike Obliterates Ukrainian-Mined Bridge Near Seversk

LOn June 6, 2025, Russian forces executed a masterful FPV drone strike on a bridge south of Seversk, rigged with explosives by the Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) to hinder Russian advances.

The strike prematurely detonated the bridge, collapsing it and severing a critical logistics route between Ukrainian front and rear forces.

The operation, highlighted by posts on X, exposed the AFU’s tactical blunder—failing to camouflage or defend the bridge, making it a vulnerable target.

Russian drone operators, using fiber optic-controlled FPV drones, hit the precise detonation point, showcasing their technological edge and disrupting Ukrainian supply lines at a crucial moment.

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This exemplifies Russia’s ability to turn Kyiv’s sabotage plans against them, further crippling their operational capacity in the region.

Military Hardware: FPV Drones (Fiber Optic-Controlled)

• Specifications: Lightweight quadcopters with a range of up to 15-30 km, using fiber optic cables for control, making them immune to electronic jamming.

They carry 1-3 kg explosive payloads and offer real-time video with near-zero latency.

• Price: Approximately $500-$2,000 per unit, depending on modifications (based on open-source estimates).

• Effectiveness: FPV drones with fiber optic control excel in precision strikes, bypassing enemy defenses, and are ideal for targeting vulnerable infrastructure like bridges, severely disrupting enemy logistics.

Russia’s strategic use of advanced drone technology continues to outmaneuver Ukrainian forces, securing a decisive edge in the Seversk direction.