Russia Develops Drones with Chinese Specialists

Russia has reportedly established a secret weapons program in China to develop long-range attack drones for use in Ukraine, according to documents reviewed by Reuters and sources from a European intelligence agency. The program involves IEMZ Kupol, a subsidiary of the Russian state-owned Almaz-Antey, which has developed and tested the Garpiya-3 (G3) drones with Chinese specialists. These drones can travel up to 1,200 miles with a payload of approximately 110 pounds. The Chinese Foreign Ministry claims no knowledge of the project and maintains China's neutral stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The U.S. has expressed deep concern over these developments and is considering immediate actions against the involved Chinese companies. While Washington has not seen evidence of the Chinese government's direct involvement, it holds Beijing responsible for preventing its companies from providing lethal aid to Russia.