What will be the primary focus of Russia's Unmanned Systems Forces by end of 2025?
Aerial Drones • 25%
Underwater Drones • 25%
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Cyber Warfare Drones • 25%
Official statements from the Russian Ministry of Defense or defense analysis reports
Russia's Andréi Beloúsov Announces Formation of Unmanned Systems Forces, Following Deployment of Tor-M1 Units
Dec 21, 2024, 06:50 PM
Russia is moving forward with plans to establish a new branch of its military focused on unmanned systems, as announced by Defense Minister Andréi Beloúsov. The formation of the Unmanned Systems Forces aims to enhance the country's capabilities in drone warfare, reflecting a growing emphasis on technology in military operations. Beloúsov highlighted the necessity of these forces during a recent meeting with representatives from various tech initiatives and startups involved in developing military technology. The announcement follows the deployment of Tor-M1 units, which are designed to protect Russian forces from unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) threats.
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Aerial UAVs • 25%
Ground-based Unmanned Vehicles • 25%
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Ground robots • 25%
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Naval drones • 25%
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Supporting Syrian government forces • 25%
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