The war in Ukraine is filled with cutting-edge drones, missiles, and air defenses, yet one of its most effective tools comes straight from World War II. Inflatable decoys are tricking Russian drones and missiles into wasting millions of dollars on fake targets, reshaping the economics of modern warfare. As Russia leans on AI and automation, Ukraine’s simplest ideas may be its most dangerous advantage—and the implications go far beyond this battlefield.
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