Russia builds major drone attack base in six weeks
Russia has nearly completed a major drone launch base in its southwestern Rostov region within six weeks. According to Reuters’ satellite image analysis, the facility near Millerovo could strengthen Russia’s attack capabilities against Ukraine. Meanwhile, Kyiv expects Moscow to intensify drone and missile attacks this winter. The development also raises concerns about the wider security […]
Russia has nearly completed a significant new facility for launching jet-powered drones in just six weeks, according to satellite imagery analysis by Reuters. The site, located in a previously empty field in southwestern Russia's Rostov region, has transformed into a complex facility covering an area equivalent to around 126 soccer pitches.
The construction aligns with a surge in Russian jet-powered drone attacks on Ukraine, which struggles to intercept the faster weapons that can reach speeds of up to 600 km per hour. Mike Monnik, founder of DroneSec, a private intelligence company, stated that the facility would be capable of launching the Geran-4 and Geran-5 models, Russia's newest types of jet-powered drones.
With the ongoing full-scale war, Ukraine anticipates Russia to escalate these attacks further, particularly during the winter months. The rapid construction of the site demonstrates Russia's ease in deploying offensive capabilities quickly. This development poses a challenge for NATO, as the facility's construction coincides with deteriorating relations between Russia and the alliance.
European governments accuse Moscow of increasing sabotage, drone incursions, and cyberattacks against them, while Russia has warned it could use nuclear weapons if NATO attempts to cut off its Kaliningrad exclave. The facility may have the potential to fire 100 jet-powered drones or more in 24 hours, although Russia typically launches them in smaller numbers throughout the day.
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