Escalating Tensions: Russia Unveils Massive New Glide Bomb

Converting the FAB-1500 bomb into a glide bomb is exceptionally difficult due to its unconventional design, which originally lacked gliding capabilities. However, the claim that the Russians converted this bomb into a guided long-range weapon poses a serious threat to Ukraine’s military. Previously, this weapon couldn’t be used near enemy air defenses because Russian bombers were afraid to get close, but now it can be employed effectively from a safe distance. So, what changes were made to turn this dumb bomb into a glide bomb? And what capabilities does this newly transformed glide bomb possess that make it so concerning for Ukraine?