Attack on Kyiv: Expert identifies dangerous weapon Russia may have used

During the nighttime attack on Kyiv on June 17, Russia used an unidentified type of cluster munitions.

Aviation expert Valeriy Romanenko said this on the air of Radio NV.

According to the expert, the explosive elements can be not only damaging but also include anti-personnel mines or so-called "booby-trap" mines. These elements scatter during explosions and can be particularly dangerous for civilians, as they are often disguised as harmless objects.

“These munitions are designed to attract a person’s attention. And when they touch it — it explodes,” Romanenko explained.

In addition to cluster munitions, Russia has significantly increased its use of "Shahed"-type drones, which are mass-produced due to their low cost. As the expert notes, Ukrainian forces shoot down 90% of these UAVs, but if 500 are launched, about 50 get through.

“Russia is betting on cheap, mass-produced weapons. This is Iranian technology that has already been transferred to North Korea. It’s highly likely that drones made there will end up back in Russia,” he added.

Thus, Russia is changing its aerial attack tactics, shifting toward large-scale use of drones and cluster weapons. The expert warns that this creates new challenges for air defense systems and emergency responders, while also increasing the threat to civilians.