Russian leader Vladimir Putin has claimed that unmanned systems forces are being created in Russia as a separate branch of the armed forces.

Source : Putin at a meeting on the new state armaments programme, as reported by TASS, a Kremlin-aligned Russian news agency

Quote : "It is necessary to ensure their deployment as quickly and efficiently as possible... We know how the enemy operates. But overall, I do not believe that we are lagging behind in any way here. Moreover, I believe we have gained good experience to create this branch of the armed forces."

Details : Putin also demanded that the new state armaments programme must ensure the formation of a comprehensive air defence system.

Background : At the same meeting, Putin directed his military command to substantially enhance the combat capabilities of Russia's ground forces as part of the new state armaments programme, scheduled for 2027–2036.

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