Russia Adds Improvised Defenses
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Russia's Baltic Fleet has equipped warships with makeshift protections against drone strikes, including netting and camouflage patterns. The improvised defenses were spotted during a recent fleet exercise. The measures aim to counter the threat of drone attacks on Russian warships.
Why it matters
The addition of improvised defenses highlights Russia's concerns about the vulnerability of its warships to drone strikes, and its efforts to enhance their protection using available means. This development has implications for the security of Russian naval assets and the evolving nature of maritime warfare.
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