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deployment2026-06-29 00:00 UTC
Latvia to deploy counter-drone systems along borders with Russia and Belarus; joint Latvia-Ukraine drone factory planned
Latvia announced counter-drone systems will begin operating along its borders with Russia and Belarus in July and August 2026, aiming to reduce the need to scramble fighter aircraft for drone incursions. Latvia and Ukraine also plan to build a joint drone manufacturing facility in Latvia’s Latgale region, with construction expected to start in 2026.
DETAILS
Type
deployment
Occurred
2026-06-29 00:00
Reported
2026-06-30
Location
Latgale region, eastern Latvia (near borders with Russia and Belarus)
Coordinates
55.9355, 26.5428
Confidence
78 / 100
DAMAGE ASSESSMENT
Planned deployment of counter-drone systems along Latvia’s borders in July–August 2026; joint Latvia-Ukraine drone factory planned for Latgale with construction to start in 2026. Article also references a prior May 7 incident in Rēzekne where an exploding drone damaged four empty fuel tanks.
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