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I’ll be jammed: electronic warfare in Ukraine

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Feb 10, 2025
Shashank Joshi, Defense editor at The Economist, dives into the invisible but crucial electronic warfare shaping the Ukraine conflict, revealing how strategies evolve from jamming to cutting-edge software. Tim Cross, Senior science writer, unveils the sinister side of cycling with carbon monoxide as a potential performance booster, exploring its biochemical effects. Meanwhile, Catherine Nixie, Culture correspondent, critiques the dwindling art of oratory in British Parliament, attributing it to social media's influence on political discourse and engagement.
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INSIGHT

Electronic Warfare Importance

  • Electronic warfare is crucial in modern warfare, determining control of drones and communication.
  • Ukraine's conflict highlights the increasing importance of this invisible battle.
ANECDOTE

Russian Drone Frequency Shift

  • Last summer, Russian drones shifted frequency, bypassing Ukraine's defenses.
  • This led to significant Ukrainian vehicle losses, highlighting the dynamic nature of electronic warfare.
INSIGHT

Cat-and-Mouse Game

  • Electronic warfare is a continuous cat-and-mouse game of exploiting and countering signal gaps.
  • Both sides constantly adapt, seeking frequencies for communication while jamming opponents.
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