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Ukrainian Pilot Roman 'Hulk' Shoots Down Two Shahed Drones from 500 km Away

Ukrainian pilot Roman 'Hulk', serving in the Bulava unit, has achieved a remarkable feat by shooting down two Shahed drones located 500 kilometers away. This unprecedented success was made possible through the use of the Sting interceptor drone and the innovative Hornet Vision Ctrl technology.

Ukrainian pilot Roman 'Hulk', who serves in the Bulava unit, has achieved an impressive success by shooting down two Shahed drones that were located 500 kilometers away from him. This remarkable accomplishment was made possible thanks to the use of the Sting interceptor drone and the innovative Hornet Vision Ctrl technology, which allows for precise interceptions at significant distances.

The manufacturer of the Sting drone, known as Wild Hornets, reported this unique incident. They noted that this is the first time in the world that anyone has managed to intercept two Shahed drones at such a vast distance. 'This is indeed an impressive achievement. Not one, but two Shaheds. So when we say there is more to come, we mean it,' stated representatives of the company.

A video demonstrating the moment the Shaheds were shot down was also published by Wild Hornets, which sparked widespread resonance among military experts and enthusiasts of cutting-edge technology.

This success marks a significant step forward in the development of Ukrainian technologies in the defense sector. Interceptor drones like Sting are capable of not only detecting but also destroying aerial threats, making them extremely important in modern military conflicts.

In addition, on March 12, the American newspaper The Wall Street Journal reported that Saudi Aramco, the oil corporation in Saudi Arabia, is in negotiations with at least two Ukrainian companies to purchase interceptor drones. The aim is to protect oil fields from potential attacks from Iran. Representatives of Saudi Aramco are trying to expedite the drone acquisition process to outpace not only their own government but also regional competitors, particularly Qatar.

According to information provided by sources, Aramco representatives are negotiating with Ukrainian companies SkyFall and Wild Hornets (Дикі шершні). This indicates a growing interest in Ukrainian defense technologies, which could become an important factor in international cooperation.

However, on March 13, Wild Hornets refuted the information regarding negotiations with Gulf countries for the supply of their products. This underscores the importance of accuracy in information amid modern military conflicts and international politics.

Thus, the achievements of Roman 'Hulk' and his team not only demonstrate the capabilities of Ukrainian technologies but also open new horizons for cooperation between Ukrainian companies and international partners in the field of security and defense.