The Washington-based Institute for the Study of War noted that cooperation with China has allowed Russia to bypass Western sanctions on imports of electronics for drone production. Ukraine’s military intelligence estimates that Russia receives up to 65% of components for its Geran drones from China. Beijing rejects the claims.

Inside Russia's suicide drone factories, production of Shahed drones is being rapidly increased as Vladimir Putin steps up efforts to intensify attacks on Ukraine with expanded weapon supplies. A Russian state TV report,

Russia is carrying out a combined attack on Ukraine. The enemy launched Shahed drones, Kalibr cruise missiles, and Kinzhal aeroballistic missiles against the country. RBC-Ukraine has compiled the main known facts as of now.