Ever since Russia’s full-scale invasion in early 2022, Ukraine’s armed forces have been busy developing and deploying new drones to combat Moscow’s onslaught. Recently, attention has turned to so-called “dragon drones” — small unmanned aerial vehicles equipped with thermite, a material that generates intense heat capable of damaging or destroying military targets and infrastructure. Drones, or UAVs, have fundamentally transformed modern warfare by enhancing reconnaissance capabilities, precision strikes, and overall battlefield awareness. Ukraine’s diverse fleet, from small commercially availa…