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Russian business leaders have called on President Vladimir Putin to provide heavier weaponry for defending against drone attacks, according to a Reuters report published May 26. The request signals growing concern among Russian industrial operators about the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to aerial threats.

This appeal marks a shift from earlier phases of the conflict, when Russian businesses largely avoided public commentary on military needs. The call for enhanced defensive systems reflects mounting pressure on domestic production facilities and energy installations that have faced repeated drone strikes in recent months.

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Source: Reuters Canada — published 2026-05-26.

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