The first footage of Russian Geran-2 drones equipped with the 9K333 Verba man-portable air defense system. Geran-2 drones are now equipped with a camera and modem, allowing them to be controlled directly via cellular networks. Previously, Russian drones used R-60 air-to-air missiles.
It remains to be seen whether the new modification will be widely adopted. When used correctly, drones equipped with MANPADS can successfully engage aerial targets, especially in the rear hemisphere.
Technical information about the Verba man-portable air defense system