Russian Parliament Backs Plan to Train Bank Employees for Drone Defense
The Russian State Duma backed a draft bill on May 27, 2026, that would authorize and train bank employees to shoot down Ukrainian long-range drones. The plan involves the installation of electronic jamming systems and the provision of firearms training to staff at major financial institutions, including Sberbank. This move highlights Russia's increasing reliance on civilian infrastructure and private sector involvement to defend against deepening Ukrainian drone strikes on domestic industrial and logistical targets deep inside Russian territory.
Date: May 27, 2026
Location: Russia
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: other
Severity: MEDIUM
Source: PBS News