German Gepard Cannon Beats Drones in Ukraine
Get the Geopolitics newsletter
Daily geopolitics — wars, elections, sanctions, the diplomatic moves that move markets. Free.
- Gepard – a German self‑propelled 35 mm anti‑aircraft cannon introduced in 1976, is hailed by Ukrainian forces as one of the most effective counter‑drone weapons in the Russia‑Ukraine war.
- Ukrainian military – reports that the Gepard has helped defend critical infrastructure against Russian drone and missile attacks that have killed dozens of civilians.
Why it matters: Ukrainian forces gain a low‑cost, proven defense against Russian drones, while Gulf states risk overspending on expensive jets that may not address the same threat, shifting defense budgets toward legacy systems.
Ask SkimNews
