Russia reportedly started producing a new long-range attack drone called the Garpiya-A1 last year using Chinese engines and parts, which it has deployed in the war in Ukraine.
Russia producing a new long-range attack drone using Chinese parts - report
The existence of the new Russian drone incorporating Chinese technology has not been previously reported. IEMZ Kupol and Almaz-Antey have not responded to Reuters' requests for comment.
The two intelligence sources said the Garpiya, which means Harpy in Russian, has been deployed against military and civilian targets inUkraine, causing damage to critical infrastructure as well as both civilian and military casualties.