Russia is reportedly deploying a faster version of its ‘Geran-5’ drone in Ukraine, posing a new challenge to Kyiv’s air defense systems. According to a monitoring channel, the upgraded drone utilizes terrain-following technology, allowing it to navigate by images of the land below. This, combined with its increased speed, makes the drone more difficult for interceptors to target and destroy. Ukrainian officials have not yet verified these claims regarding the modernized drone system. The potential for increased accuracy and speed suggests existing countermeasures, such as satellite jamming, may be less effective against the new ‘Geran-5’ variant. This development indicates a continued escalation in Russia’s drone warfare tactics in Ukraine. The enhanced capabilities could place greater strain on Ukraine's already stretched air defense resources.