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Putin admits: Ukrainian drones paralyze Russian troops

Russian President Vladimir Putin has admitted that Ukrainian drones are severely hampering Russian forces. The statement was made on Russia Day, as reported by the Kyiv Post.

Putin admits: Ukrainian drones paralyze Russian troops
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Russian President Vladimir Putin admitted on Russia Day that Ukrainian drones are putting massive pressure on Russian troops. As the Kyiv Post reports, Putin said soldiers “can’t raise their heads” — a rare public acknowledgment of military problems.

Ukrainian drones have fundamentally reshaped the battlefield. They attack Russian positions, tanks, and supply lines, forcing the occupiers onto the defensive. The Kremlin is scrambling for answers to the new threat that challenges Russia’s air superiority.

EuroPulse reported on June 13, 2026, that Putin announced AI-supported drones and a dedicated satellite network — a sign of the urgency of the situation (europulse.today).

Source: www.kyivpost.com