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Russia probed European defenses with drone flights near military bases across multiple countries, per a study released July 2, 2026.
Part of the monitored dynamic Russia–Ukraine War · VUCA INDEX 80/100
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"Russia has been probing Europe’s defenses with drone flights near military bases across multiple countries, according to a study released on Thursday."
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