Russia builds new shelters for planes near the border with Ukraine - intelligence

Russia builds protected shelters at airfields near the border with Ukraine

According to glavcom.ua: The UK Ministry of Defence reported active construction by Russia of protected shelters at airfields located near the border with Ukraine. This activity is observed in satellite images, indicating a response to successful strikes by Ukrainian drones.

«In response to numerous successful strikes by Ukrainian unmanned aerial systems, Russia has begun a program to protect vulnerable aircraft at several airfields near the Russian-Ukrainian border,» - reported British intelligence.

According to British intelligence, among these airfields are Millerovo, Kursk-Eastern, and Gvardeyskoye. The construction of new shelters involves dome-shaped roofs, sturdy doors, and earth cover for additional protection.

Protection of aircraft and infrastructure

For example, Millerovo airbase, located 17 km from the border, was attacked on July 22, 2025. In addition to the construction of new shelters, the eighth ground shelter is likely nearing completion.

British intelligence emphasizes that this construction provides an additional level of protection for Russian aircraft against future strikes by Ukrainian drone systems.

The report of the construction of protected shelters at airfields near the border with Ukraine indicates an increase in tension in the region and enhanced measures to protect Russian aircraft from potential attacks. The geopolitical situation at the border between Russia and Ukraine remains tense, and developments require careful monitoring and analysis.