
Putin Backs Use of Medically Unfit Volunteers in Russia’s Drone Defense
Putin endorsed using volunteers deemed completely unfit for military service to defend rear-area facilities from drones amid recruitment pressure.

Putin endorsed using volunteers deemed completely unfit for military service to defend rear-area facilities from drones amid recruitment pressure.

Drone attacks in Russian regions have caused fatalities and injuries, prompting elevated security measures in Moscow and Yaroslavl amid concerns over regional stability.

Wildberries warehouses in Saint Petersburg, Tver, and Crimea were attacked, disrupting logistics and highlighting strategic risks amid ongoing geopolitical conflict.

Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian logistics hubs, including Wildberries warehouses, resulted in casualties and fires, highlighting operational risks for businesses in conflict zones.

Russia permits sale of Euro-3 standard fuels domestically through 2026 to mitigate supply shortages caused by refinery disruptions and attacks.

Russia's aviation fuel imports from Belarus surged nearly fourfold amid domestic refinery disruptions and export bans, prompting strategic shifts in energy supply management.

Russian regions are facing fuel rationing due to Ukrainian drone strikes on oil refineries, with over 50 areas imposing gasoline sales limits amid operational disruptions.

Recent drone attacks in Russia targeted major industrial facilities, including the Azot chemical plant, causing fires and raising urgent security challenges for corporate leaders.

Moscow’s 2026 Victory Day parade will forgo military vehicles for the first time in years, reflecting strategic shifts amid security and operational challenges.