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Russia builds secret drone bases near NATO borders
An investigation by The Telegraph, supported by satellite imagery and leaked documents, reveals that Russia has constructed at least 10 secret drone bases near the borders of Belarus and Ukraine. These facilities are equipped with advanced launch platforms for long-range kamikaze drones. Some of these sites are already being utilized to conduct aerial strikes against Ukraine.
Intelligence analysts from the US and Europe warn that this infrastructure poses a direct, long-term threat to NATO members. The new bases place several European regions, including Warsaw, within the strike range of high-tech Russian drones. Experts suggest Russia may be considering armed provocations in Poland, such as missile strikes on critical infrastructure or false flag operations designed to implicate Ukraine.
DroneSec, an intelligence firm, identified at least 59 specialized mechanical launch rails used to deploy unmanned aerial vehicles, noting that approximately 20 of these have recently been upgraded to handle more advanced, long-range models. In response, NATO officials have stated the alliance is prepared to defend all allied territory and is actively increasing its readiness to counter evolving drone threats.
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DroneSec · NATO · Poland · Russia · The Telegraph
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- [● 4 SOURCES] Russia has established at least 10 secret drone bases near the borders of Belarus and Ukraine. www.tromaktiko.gr · international.sindonews.com · www.newsbomb.gr · wiadomosci.wp.pl
- [● 2 SOURCES] Russia may be considering armed provocations in Poland, including false flag operations or attacks on critical infrastructure. international.sindonews.com · wiadomosci.wp.pl
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Satellite imagery analysis identified at least 59 new specialized launch rails for unmanned aerial vehicles. wiadomosci.wp.pl
- [● 2 SOURCES] The new infrastructure places cities such as Warsaw within the range of advanced Russian long-range drones. international.sindonews.com · wiadomosci.wp.pl
- [● 3 SOURCES] Some of these bases are already being used to conduct aerial attacks against Ukraine. www.tromaktiko.gr · international.sindonews.com · www.newsbomb.gr
- [● 2 SOURCES] The military alliance is prepared to defend every inch of allied territory and is increasing readiness against drone threats. www.tromaktiko.gr · international.sindonews.com