The alleged use by Russia of Iranian-made drones in recent attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure has drawn condemnation from Kyiv and its allies, along with threats of western retaliation and sanctions.
On Oct. 10, Russia carried out wide-ranging strikes across Ukraine targeting what Moscow calls “critical infrastructure.” A second wave of strikes on Oct. 17 caused even more damage, hitting energy facilities deep inside Ukrainian territory.
On Oct. 18, officials in Kyiv said 30 percent of Ukraine’s power stations had been destroyed by the strikes, resulting in power disruptions throughout the country.
Ukrainian officials also allege that the Russian strikes featured the use of Iranian-built “suicide drones,” which carry small warheads that detonate upon reaching their targets….