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In this footage, a Ukrainian Mi-8 helicopter engages and destroys a Russian Shahed-136 drone using a door-mounted machine gun. Captured on October 18, 2025, the clip shows precise aerial defense tactics against Iran-made drones used by Russian forces.
This adaptive approach allows Ukraine to defend its skies using cost-effective gunfire rather than expensive missile systems. The footage, verified by military sources, highlights the intensity of Ukraine’s ongoing counter-drone operations.
Ukrainian Mi-8, Shahed drone, and machine gun interception are key elements of this evolving frontline defense.

In this video you will see:

1.Ukrainian Mi-8 helicopter engaging a Russian Shahed-136 drone.

2.Real cockpit footage with confirmed drone hit.

3.Live machine gun fire and aerial chase.

4.Ukraine’s adaptive low-cost air defense strategy.

5.The growing effectiveness of rotary-wing drone interception.

Expert Insight:
Ukraine’s use of helicopters for drone defense marks a tactical innovation in cost-efficient aerial warfare.

Credits:
Thanks to the Ukrainian Armed Forces and verified open-source platforms for providing official public footage.

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