As Ukraine's counteroffensive intensifies, Russia unveils its secret weapon - the upgraded KA-52M attack helicopter - in Southern Ukraine. The never-seen-before variant of the KA-52M has been deployed by Russia, raising the stakes in the conflict. The British Defence Ministry confirms Russia's augmentation of forces with the new KA-52M variants in Zaporizhzhia. These heavily modified helicopters draw lessons from Russia's experience in Syria, making them one of Russia's most influential weapon systems in the region. The key upgrade includes the integration of the new anti-tank missile LMUR, and KA-52 crews expertly utilize extended-range weapons to overcome Ukraine's air defence.
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