On September 30, 2026, Russian forces used a special cumulative-cutting warhead (KRSN) on a reactive unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) for the first time. This warhead is designed to destroy high-voltage pylons and iron bridge structures.
Description of the New Warhead
The cumulative-cutting special charge (KRSN) has a main warhead weighing 40 kg, along with four damage modules. This new development allows for effective attacks on strategic targets, such as:
- High-voltage power lines
- Iron bridge structures
- Other critical infrastructure elements
Potential Attack Targets
According to advisor to the President of Ukraine, Serhiy "Flash" Beskrestnov, the new warhead may indicate the intentions of Russian military forces to attack important high-voltage power lines. This could lead to serious disruptions in electricity supply, which would, in turn, affect civil infrastructure and the safety of the population.
Expert Reactions
Experts believe that the use of such specialized warheads may indicate an escalation of the conflict and new tactics in warfare by Russia. They emphasize that such actions could have serious consequences for Ukraine's energy security and its ability to provide electricity to its citizens.