Russia’s lower house of parliament, the State Duma, passes a law that permits certain financial institutions to run anti-drone defense systems and arm staff to repel drone attacks. The measure is aimed at improving protection amid ongoing strikes on Russian-held territory. Reports say the law extends to the Central Bank of Russia and major lenders, including Sberbank, and allows them to deploy defense measures rather than relying solely on other authorities.
One outlet reports that Ukraine strikes the Central Bank’s office in Sevastopol in Crimea, citing the local governor’s account of the incident. Other coverage describes the same legislative change, stating that the new rules cover “certain financial institutions” and their ability to operate defense systems and train or empower personnel for immediate response.
The sources agree that the State Duma’s vote is part of a broader response to drone attacks targeting Russia, and that the legislation explicitly authorizes the Central Bank and at least some top lenders to carry out anti-drone activities and protect their staff on-site.
