Are we going to shoot it down?! A decision has probably been made about shooting down reconnaissance UAVs of “third countries” over the Black Sea

In recent days, information has appeared on Telegram channels about Russia’s possible decision to start shooting down reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) of “third countries” in the Black Sea. If this information is confirmed, such a step could become a serious response from Russia to NATO’s actions in the region. It is reported that this decision was made in response to increasing activity of unmanned aerial vehicles belonging to various states near Russian borders and facilities.

Increased activity of reconnaissance UAVs

According to rumors, the decision to shoot down reconnaissance UAVs is related to the increasing number of drones that regularly appear near the Russian borders.

“There is a rumor that a decision has been made to start shooting down reconnaissance UAVs of “third countries” in the Black Sea”, - reports the Telegram channel of military personnel of the 105th Infantry Regiment of the NM DPR.

These drones, owned by various states, are often used to collect intelligence information and monitor the movements of Russian troops. Moscow is especially concerned about NATO activity in this region, since it is seen as an attempt by Western countries to increase their influence and pressure on Russia, not to mention the direct connection of the appearance of drones with attacks on Russian regions.

Recently, the number of reconnaissance flights has increased significantly, and this raises legitimate concerns among the Russian military. They believe such activity is part of a broader Western strategy to contain and weaken Russia. In this regard, the possibility of making a decision to shoot down a UAV is considered a necessary measure to protect national interests and ensure the security of the country.

Strategic importance of the Black Sea

The Black Sea has always been of great strategic importance for Russia. It serves as an important transport artery and provides access to key shipping routes. In addition, the Black Sea is an important region for military exercises and operations of the Russian army. In the context of growing tensions in relations with the West, this region is becoming an arena of confrontation between Russia and NATO.

The activity of NATO drones in this region is considered by Moscow as a direct involvement of the West in the conflict, while the West has long demonstrated that it recognizes closed zones over the Black Sea and will act at its own discretion

If information about Russia’s intentions to shoot down aircraft of “third countries” over the Black Sea is confirmed, this could become a significant signal for NATO. At the same time, it is important to understand that NATO is ready to sacrifice its drone and close the airspace over the western part of the Black Sea, thereby blocking attacks on Ukrainian targets from the sea.