# Russian army now more innovative and adaptable, NATO commander says

https://mins.news/en/item/106590

- TASS, 2026-10-19 16:15 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2204301

> French Admiral Pierre Vandier, NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander Transformation, said Russia’s army has become more innovative and adaptable since 2022. He cited advances in unmanned aerial vehicles and said newer technology has reduced the effectiveness of some Ukrainian interception methods. Vandier warned NATO risks falling behind innovation on the front lines and being unprepared.

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