Russia is reportedly planning to involve civilian personnel, including bankers and financial sector workers, in efforts to help defend against Ukrainian drone attacks targeting areas inside the country.
According to reports, Russian authorities are considering programs that would train selected civilian employees to identify and respond to low-flying drones as Ukraine continues long-range strikes on Russian territory.
Officials said the move is part of broader efforts to strengthen domestic air defense and protect infrastructure, businesses, and public institutions from increasing drone attacks linked to the war in Ukraine.
The proposal has generated debate within Russia, with critics questioning whether civilians should be drawn into military-related activities, while supporters argue that the growing frequency of drone strikes requires wider national participation in security efforts.
Recent months have seen repeated Ukrainian drone attacks targeting Russian cities, oil facilities, military bases, and strategic infrastructure far from the front lines of the war.
Russian authorities say the measures are necessary to improve preparedness and reduce damage from aerial attacks, especially as drone warfare becomes a major feature of the conflict.
Analysts say the development highlights how the war is increasingly affecting civilian life and institutions in both Russia and Ukraine, with governments adapting to new forms of modern warfare involving drones and long-range technology.