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Secret Russian Base in Orel Equipped to Target Kiev with Kamikaze Drones

In 2024, Russia built a secret kamikaze drone launch base in Orel oblast, now modernizing it to strengthen strikes on Kiev, reports RFI.


James Okonkwo
James Okonkwo
September 19, 2026  ·  1 min read
B-Empire Magazine
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Russia has developed a secret kamikaze drone launch base in the Orel oblast, located in the southwest of the country, aimed at targeting Kiev, according to RFI.

This military site, established in 2024 amid fields, continues to expand and has recently undergone a series of modernizations visible in satellite images.

These developments reflect Russia’s intent to upgrade its military equipment and increase pressure on Ukrainian defenses through attacks by jet-powered attack drones.

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