Authorities inGreecehave launched an investigation after a Ukrainian-made navaldronewas found off the coast of a popular holiday island. The Magura V3 was reportedly found with its engine still running by fishermen in a Lefkada sea cave on Thursday.
The drones are used for reconnaissance and strike missions, with a range of up to 500 miles and a top speed of around 50 miles per hour. The fishermen towed the vessel to the port of Vasiliki, where it was handed over to the Greek coast guard, according to local reports. The Greek military, alongside intelligence experts, is leading the investigation.
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One theory being considered is that the vessel was being used for drug trafficking.
Xenophon Verginis, the mayor of Lefkada, told the Ta Nea newspaper: “We don’t know what exactly it is about, but drug transactions from the coast of Albania are often carried out in this area.
“The authorities were immediately notified and investigations are under way.”
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Reports suggest the drone had been configured for a kamikaze-style attack, possibly againstRussia’s so-called shadow-fleet which is used to transport oil and gas to bypass Western sanctions.
Source: Daily Express :: World Feed
