CNN reports Russia is rapidly expanding its Alabuga drone factory, a key hub for Shahed production. Satellite images reveal accelerated construction of new facilities and dormitories for up to 40,000 workers.

The plant is transitioning from Iranian to fully localized drone designs, with evidence of an on-site foundry producing engines.

To address labor shortages, Alabuga recruits teenagers through its Polytech college and African women via foreign outreach programs.
https://edition.cnn.com/2025/07/25/europe/russia-secretive-drone-factory-rapid-expansion-intl
https://x.com/wartranslated/status/1948735360323715128

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