Russia increases T-90 tank production and refurbishes T-72 tanks

The Russian defense industry is increasing production of T-90 tanks and refurbishing T-72 tanks as part of a long-term strategy to rebuild its pre-war tank reserves. This move suggests that Russia aims to maintain a sustained military threat to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

Recent open-source data indicates that the refurbishment of T-72 tanks may serve dual purposes: immediate deployment on the battlefield in Ukraine and the reestablishment of tank reserves to potentially threaten NATO in the medium term.

Russian forces continue to utilize tanks during mechanized assaults, particularly when Ukraine"s drone defenses are compromised. This indicates that tanks remain a relevant asset in combat under suitable tactical conditions.

Experts suggest that Russia could pose a significant threat to NATO sooner than 2036, even without fully reconstituting its tank fleet. Additionally, European authorities have reported an increase in unidentified drone sightings in airspace near military facilities across Europe.

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