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[–] Hopfgeist@feddit.de 17 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (6 children)

I think the Gepard is probably the most cost-effective way of shooting down Shaheds. These fly low and slow, exactly what the Gepard was designed for. I didn't know Jordan had so many of them, but this is good news and will help protect Ukrainian infrastructure during winter, together with additional Patriot and IRIS-T from Germany. I hope they can also secure enough ammunition.

[–] Tosti@feddit.nl 5 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (3 children)

For sure.

What I wonder is why would you now sell them if you have a decent chance to be on the receiving end of these drones. And Jordans neighborhood seems like THE spot in the world where you might want to have some more drone defense going forward.

But I'm happy these are going to Ukraine as the coming winter bombing campaign should be nullified.

Edit: expected delivery, may 2024.. well shit.

[–] Hopfgeist@feddit.de 5 points 2 years ago

Edit: expected delivery, may 2024… well shit.

Yes, so not for this winter. Sh*t indeed. They really need them.

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