The SBU reported new instances of the Russian Federation using drones equipped with depleted uranium
The Security Service of Ukraine stated that it had documented two new instances of Russian troops using ammunition containing depleted uranium components. According to the agency, the hazardous components were found in “Geran-2” strike drones, which Russian troops used to attack the Sumy region twice in April 2026.
As reported by the SBU, these are R-60M air-to-air guided missiles, which the occupiers are using as warheads for attack drones during massive attacks on Ukraine.
According to the investigation, during an inspection of the impact sites, experts recorded gamma radiation levels from the debris of drones carrying missiles at 8.3 and 10.5 μSv/h. The security service notes that these levels significantly exceed the natural radiation background and may pose a threat to human health.
An examination conducted at the initiative of the SBU established that the warheads of the missiles contained depleted uranium components with a total mass of 2,810 grams. Specifically, isotopes of uranium-234, uranium-235, and uranium-238 were identified.
After the dangerous components were detected, the relevant agencies carried out a series of measures to neutralize them.
The SBU reported that a pretrial investigation is underway under Article 438 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine (war crimes) to identify and bring to justice those involved in these attacks. The Sumy Regional Prosecutor’s Office is overseeing the proceedings in this case.
“Under no circumstances should you approach such objects, touch them, or move them. Move to a safe distance and immediately report the discovery by calling the following hotlines: SBU – 15-16, State Emergency Service – 101, or National Police – 102,” the SBU urged.
Source: Security Service of Ukraine.
As a reminder, Flash explained the radiation risks posed by debris from Russian drones and missiles.
The Security Service of Ukraine detected elevated radiation levels on the debris of a missile that Russian troops had mounted on a modified “Geran-2” strike drone during an attack on the Chernihiv region on the night of April 7.
