Russia starts launching «Shahids» 35 km from Ukraine's border

Russia launches «shahids» from Bryansk region near Ukraine's border

Russia has begun launching «shakedown» drones from a new location in Bryansk region, total 35 km from the Ukrainian border, monitoring channels report.

According to observers, the UAVs are flying calmly along the border at Chernihiv region or directly to Sumy region, This explains the almost round-the-clock flights of drones in these regions without being detected by Ukrainian air defence systems.

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The location of the new location allows the «Shahed» to reach Ukrainian territory in a matter of minutes, increasing the threat to the border regions. Experts emphasise the need to strengthen surveillance and air defence in these areas.