Russia Creates Dedicated Drone Force, Putin Names Denis Lyamin as First Commander to lead
What Happened
Russian President Vladimir Putin appointed Denis Lyamin to lead Russia's newly established Unmanned Systems Forces, a dedicated military branch focused on drone warfare. Appointment was announced as part of a wider military restructuring during the fifth year of the war in Ukraine.
Key Takeaways
Russia's decision to create a standalone drone force highlights how unmanned systems are becoming a core pillar of modern warfare, alongside traditional land, air and naval capabilities.