Russia's Secret Drone Factories Employ Teenagers to Boost Ukraine War Efforts
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Kyiv Independent
Russia has revealed its 'largest and most secret' drone factory near Kazan, capable of producing over 5,200 strike drones monthly, with a focus on the Geran-2 model used against Ukraine. The factory employs teenagers and young students in its assembly lines, and has been targeted by Ukrainian drones. Russia's drone production is rapidly expanding, with plans to manufacture tens of thousands of drones in 2025, intensifying the ongoing conflict with Ukraine.