Ukrainian special forces have mocked Russia's blockade on their frontline by delivering KFC to soldiers with a drone. Footage released by Ukraine's 3rd Separate Special Purpose Regiment shows a secret mission to carry fried chicken to hungry troops.
Drone drops off KFC to grinning soldiers
The drone drops off the yellow takeaway bag – belonging to the delivery company Glovo – for grinning soldiers to enjoy. The delivery flies in the face of Russia's attempt to strangle Ukraine's supply lines and cut troops off from vital resources.
The regiment said: 'When standard delivery is impossible, drone supply takes over. Directly to the Triarium operators. Even KFC stays hot when delivered SOF style [Special Forces] in the combat zone. DELIVERED. SOF STYLE.' Triarium is a specially trained unit within the regiment.
Contrast with Russian logistics woes
Ukraine troops enjoying KFC contrasts with reports that Russians have been left to drink from puddles as logistics break down. Putin's army has been using reconnaissance to block Ukrainian supply lines and make conventional vehicle movements highly dangerous.
Soldiers from Ukraine's 108th Territorial Defence Brigade have claimed that they have been trapped at positions on the Zaporizhzhia front for more than six months, at times without adequate food, water or medicines. The neighbouring 118th Mechanised Brigade said drones had been deployed to fly in drinking water, rations, ammunition and fuel.
Heavy Shot drone used for resupply
These deliveries are increasingly being completed by the so-called Heavy Shot drone. Manufactured by Ukrainian company Gurzuf Defence, the Heavy Shot drone was designed as a heavy night bomber but is now needed for resupply efforts. The craft is able to carry approximately 44lb to 66lb over a round trip of around 12 to 16 miles. Its developers say it can also operate amid Russian electronic warfare and use alternative navigation systems when satellite signals are jammed.
