This footage, coming from the recent Ukrainian defensive action in Avdiivka, shows a column of Russian tanks being pummeled by Stugna-P anti-tank guided missiles. Herein, we see both the perspective of the anti-tank crew as well as drones being used to spot and observe targets.

The Stugna-P, also known as the Skif, is an anti-tank guided missile system which was developed in Ukraine, having been in service since 2011. It fires 130mm or 152 mm missiles, with the heavier armor necessitating the larger of the two. These are typically controlled and aimed via a joystick and control panel. However, the Stugna also features a fire-and-forget mode, which is likely responsible for the longer-range shots we see here. The Stugna-P's success has prompted several other nations to purchase and utilize the platform, including a substantial portion of the Middle East.

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