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flag Thales Belgium is boosting production of affordable 70mm anti-drone rockets with airburst warheads for Ukraine to counter Russian drone swarms.

flag Thales Belgium is ramping up production of low-cost 70mm anti-drone rockets with FZ123 airburst warheads for Ukraine, using a shotgun-like spread of steel pellets to disable drones up to 10,000 feet high. flag The system, deployable on helicopters and ground launchers like the Vampire, offers a scalable, affordable alternative to expensive missiles and is in high demand, with production targeting 10,000 units annually by 2026. flag Ukraine uses the rockets to counter Russian Shahed drone swarms, while countries like Poland and Denmark are studying their effectiveness. flag Though not all 70mm rockets carry the warhead, the system’s adaptability and proven use in combat have made it a key part of Ukraine’s drone defense, despite challenges from advanced drone tactics.

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