"Preparation for next strike": South OC explains why Russia stopped using Iranian drones

Natalia Humeniuk, head of press center of Security and Defense Forces of South OC, stated this live on air of Espreso TV channel.

"Maybe weather also affects the fact that Shahed UAVs are not used, because stormy weather and very strong gusty winds, as a rule, are detrimental to the use of this type of weapon," she emphasized.

According to Humeniuk, this affects their flight ability.

"Lately, we see that they have not used them - quite likely because they have to prepare both their bases and personnel who will use them. In any case, the threat remains - it is quite likely that such a pause is justified because they are preparing for the next strike," spokeswoman concluded.

• The last time when Russia attacked Ukraine with Iranian drones was on the night of January 2.