Russia Expands Air Defense and Drone Forces Amid Ukrainian UAV Pressure

🌐 Odessa Journal — 2026-05-08

In response to increasing pressure from Ukrainian UAV strikes, Russia is expanding its air defense and drone capabilities. This includes the deployment of additional regiments, battalions, and batteries to strengthen its defense.

The Russian army is urgently deploying an additional 4 regiments, 24 battalions, and 162 batteries to counter Ukrainian strike drones.

Security Conflict Politics Russia air defense UAV military expansion Ukraine

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Russia Expands Air Defense and Drone Forces Amid Ukrainian UAV Pressure

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