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Russia wants banks and their staff to help fight Ukrainian drones

Russian bank staff and branches could be joining the fight against Ukrainian drone attacks under an ambitious plan approved by the country's lower house of parliament.

The banks would bear the cost of installing electronic jamming systems on their premises while selected employees would shoot down incoming drones, according to the draft bill passed in its third and final reading Tuesday.

Since there are banks in almost every town, their incorporation in air defenses could help expand Russia's cover.

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