Drone shortage is severe, we receive only up to 20% of what we need – Butusov
Drone Industry
The Defence Forces are currently facing a significant shortage of drones on the front. Units receive only 10-20% of the number they need.
This was stated by Yurii Butusov, commander of a UAV company in the 23rd Assault Regiment of the National Guard’s 2nd Khartiia Corps, during a live broadcast on the Butusov Plus YouTube channel, Censor.NET reports.
What is known?
According to him, there is a shortage of drones, a lack of infrastructure for drone positions, and a shortage of high-quality, reliable munitions with powerful explosives.
"The main thing is the means to strike the enemy, the means of reconnaissance and engagement. Drones, first and foremost. There is a severe shortage of drones. From what I see on our section of the front, we receive no more than 15%, 10-15%, perhaps 20% for some positions, of what is needed," Butusov stressed.
The full broadcast by Yurii Butusov is available at the link.
