TWZ: Ukraine copies Israel’s deadliest pager trick — explosive FPV goggles found in Russia

In September 2024, Israel used explosive-laden pagers to kill two dozen Hezbollah fighters. Now, Russian investigators report finding similar sabotage devices hidden in FPV drone goggles bound for their military.

Feb 8, 2025 - 19:00

Russian authorities are investigating an alleged sabotage attempt involving explosive-laden FPV (first-person view) goggles reportedly sent to drone units, The War Zone reports. According to multiple Russian military-affiliated sources, the plot was discovered before any devices could be activated.

As Razved Dozor Telegram channel reports, the explosive devices were concealed within Skyzone Cobra FPV goggles, containing 10-15 grams of plastic explosive designed to detonate upon powering up the device. The goggles were reportedly distributed through humanitarian aid packages delivered by unwitting volunteers.

“Enemy saboteurs have attempted a mass terrorist act on Russian territory using volunteers without their knowledge,” Razved Dozor reported, adding that “competent authorities are already working on the situation.”