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Ukraine to Deploy Anti-Drone Nets Across 4,000 km Frontline

2/25/2026

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Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov says Ukraine will deploy anti-drone nets across 4,000 kilometers of frontline roads by end of 2026 to bolster defense against drones.
Funding comes from 1.6 billion hryvnias ($37 million).
Installation speeds rise from 5 km per day in January to 20 km in March.
Fortifications will be expedited in northeastern regions bordering Russia.
President Volodymyr Zelensky will discuss a "prosperity package" and reconstruction with the United States this week.

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Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov says Ukraine will deploy anti-drone nets across 4,000 kilometers of frontline roads by end of 2026 to bolster defense against drones.
Funding comes from 1.6 billion hryvnias ($37 million).
Installation speeds rise from 5 km per day in January to 20 km in March.
Fortifications will be expedited in northeastern regions bordering Russia.
President Volodymyr Zelensky will discuss a "prosperity package" and reconstruction with the United States this week.