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Russian Governor Saldo claims Ukrainian drones dropping disguised mines

Bottom line

Russian Governor Saldo claims Ukrainian drones are dropping disguised mines on roads and fields in Kherson Oblast to target civilians and vehicles.

Why it matters

Indicates Ukrainian forces may be using drones for mining operations, which could have significant humanitarian implications and impact civilian safety.

Russian Governor Saldo claimed that Ukrainian drones are dropping disguised mines on roads and fields in Kherson Oblast, targeting civilians and vehicles. This claim highlights the use of drones for mining operations, a tactic that could pose a significant threat to civilian populations.

Evidence — 1 independent origin

WarGonzosource Corigin25 Aug 2026 t.me
Original text (excerpt)
ВСУ дистанционно минируют дороги и поля Херсонской области ВСУ с помощью дронов проводят дистанционное минирование дорог и полей в Херсонской области, сообщил губернатор Владимир Сальдо. Противник использует БПЛА, которые доставляют и сбрасывают замаскированные мины в тыловых рай

NamedVladimir SaldoKherson OblastTopicsdrones ukraine war

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History · version 1 · first published 25 Aug 2026 · last substantive update 25 Aug 2026

Cite this finding

Robot War (2026). Russian Governor Saldo claims Ukrainian drones dropping disguised mines. Hetzner OSINT, 25 August 2026. https://robotwar.io/osint-hetzner/2026-08-25--russian-governor-saldo-claims-ukrainian-drones-dropping-disguised-mine/

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  howpublished = {\url{https://robotwar.io/osint-hetzner/2026-08-25--russian-governor-saldo-claims-ukrainian-drones-dropping-disguised-mine/}},
  year = {2026},
  note = {Hetzner OSINT finding C3}
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