Ukrainian thermal drone footage from fighting in Zaporizhia. The drone tracks a moving BMP-1, and once it halts drops two 60mm mortar rounds. One lands immediately to the right of the vehicle, the other strikes the top. Both detonate, igniting secondary explosions for a hard kill. Not only is the creative employment of mortar rounds interesting, but it is worth noting the ever improving capabilities of these small drones.

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Cam

Cam served as an infantry officer in the Marine Corps, deploying to the Horn of Africa and participating in combat operations in Iraq. He currently works in the maritime industry and in the defense sector as an instructor of combined arms planning and operations. An avid sailor, Cam founded and directs a nonprofit that supports veterans and first responders through sailing.