Ukrainian drone unit “Lasar’s Group” reports destroying rare Russian “Zhitel” jamming system

Ukraine’s drone unit known as “Lasar’s Group” has reported destroying a rare Russian military electronic warfare complex referred to as “Zhitel.” According to the unit, the target was struck by bomber-type drones approximately 55 kilometers behind the active front line, highlighting Ukraine’s growing ability to hit high-value targets deep in Russian-controlled rear areas.

Zhitel-type systems are used by Russian forces to jam satellite navigation signals and communications, including efforts to disrupt Ukrainian drones and precision-guided munitions. Because such systems are limited in number, the loss of even a single unit can meaningfully affect Russia’s capacity to interfere with Ukrainian operations along a given section of the front.

The report was included in a broader daily update on the Russo-Ukrainian war, marking day 1655 of the full-scale invasion. The same update noted that more than 400 Ukrainian defense manufacturers have urged the government in Kyiv to establish a single authority to oversee the country’s defense industry, estimated to be worth $6.8 billion.

The source did not provide further details on the exact type of drones used or the precise location of the strike. Ukrainian forces and volunteer units regularly publicize such strikes against Russian electronic warfare and air defense assets, presenting them as evidence of the growing reach and precision of Ukraine’s drone capabilities.