Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov has directed the General Staff to devise strategies in response to increased US drone activities, particularly over the Black Sea.
The minister expressed concerns over the rising frequency of these flights, citing potential risks of airborne incidents involving Russian Air and Space Forces.
In an official statement, the Russian Defence Ministry emphasized that such drone flights heighten the likelihood of direct confrontations between NATO and Russia.
They asserted that NATO countries bear responsibility for these actions.
Allegations of Involvement in Ukraine Conflict
The ministry accused US unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) of conducting reconnaissance missions and guiding precision strikes in Ukraine, which they claim target Russian territory.
They further alleged that these actions indicate increased US and NATO support for the Ukrainian government in the ongoing conflict.
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