NATO says it has plans to counter Russian drone threats
NATO is closely monitoring Russia's military activity, including its ability to conduct long-range strikes and deploy drones capable of reaching the territory of Alliance member states, an unnamed NATO official told Interfax-Ukraine on Aug. 17, in response to a report by The Telegraph claiming Russia has built secret bases capable of launching powerful drones deep into NATO territory.
NATO disclosed on August 17 that it possesses strategies to counter potential Russian drone threats, according to an unnamed official cited by Interfax-Ukraine. The organization remains vigilant regarding Russia's military actions, particularly its long-range strike capabilities and drone deployment, as reported by The Telegraph.
NATO emphasized its readiness to deter aggression and defend against any potential threats, reinforcing forward defense positions and conducting regular exercises to deploy additional ground forces on its eastern flank. The official highlighted the growing significance of drones in modern warfare and noted the establishment of the NATO Drone Edge initiative at the 2026 Ankara summit.
This initiative allocates approximately $40 billion over five years to enhance counter-drone capabilities and increase the number of drone operators within allied forces by five times by the end of 2027. NATO pledged to continue strengthening resilience and refining its defensive tools to ensure preparedness to deter adversaries and safeguard every ally.
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