Old fishing nets from France become vital against Russian drones in Ukraine
13 days ago
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- Discarded fishing nets from France’s Brittany coast are being repurposed to counter Russian drones in Ukraine.
- The Breton charity Kernic Solidarités has sent 280km of horsehair nets to Ukraine for frontline protection.
- These nets, originally used for deep-sea fishing, are effective in tangling drone propellers, similar to a spider’s web catching flies.
- Russia uses cheap, explosive-laden drones directed via remote control, posing a significant threat on the battlefield.
- Ukrainian forces deploy the nets to create protective tunnels over roads, bridges, and hospitals.
- The initiative has garnered gratitude from Ukrainian officials and pride among Breton fishers for contributing to saving lives.
- Other countries like Sweden and Denmark have also donated old fishing nets to aid Ukraine’s defense efforts.
- Despite their effectiveness, nets are not a complete solution, as Russian drone pilots find ways to bypass them.
- Kernic Solidarités, initially aiding with clothing and medical supplies, expanded its efforts to include net donations after recognizing the need.
- Funding constraints may limit future shipments, with discussions ongoing for Ukraine to arrange transport for additional nets.