Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukraine aims to ramp up UAV production to 20 million units per year, double the current rate of 10 million. The statement was made Wednesday afternoon.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Wednesday that Ukraine aims to produce 20 million unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) annually, doubling the current production rate of 10 million. The statement, made during a Wednesday afternoon address, underscores Ukraine's growing reliance on drone warfare to counter Russian aggression. No specific timelines or breakdown of drone types were provided.
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