Inflatable tanks and flat-pack guns - inside Ukraine's decoy war

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has seen both Russia and Ukraine employing innovative tactics, including the use of inflatable tanks and flat-pack guns as decoys on the battlefield. These inflatable replicas are designed to confuse the enemy, making it difficult to distinguish real military equipment from fake ones. The decoys are strategically placed to mimic the positions of actual tanks, artillery, and other military hardware, with the aim of diverting the opponent's attention and resources. In addition to inflatable tanks, Ukraine has also been utilizing flat-pack, easy-to-assemble guns that can be quickly deployed and then disassembled, making them harder to detect and target. These tactics are part of the "decoy war" being waged alongside the physical combat, as both sides seek to gain an advantage through unconventional means. The use of these deceptive measures highlights the resourcefulness and adaptability of the warring parties, as they continue to explore innovative ways to outmaneuver each other on the ever-evolving battlefield.