Russian Parliament Authorizes Banks to Defend Against Ukrainian Drones Amid Escalating Tensions
The Russian government has instructed its major banks, including the federal reserve, to independently manage the threat of Ukrainian drones by shooting them down. This directive comes as Russia faces challenges in defending its vast territory against Ukrainian attacks, which have targeted key infrastructure and military equipment. The Russian parliament has passed a law allowing banks, such as Sberbank, to operate defense systems and arm their staff against drones without the involvement of special forces. This move is part of a broader strategy to bolster Russia's air defenses, which have been stretched thin due to concentrated deployments in certain areas like Moscow. The legislation requires banks to bear the costs of these defense measures themselves. 
