# Kyiv says Russia uses Belarusian LTE networks, relay stations for mass drone attacks

https://mins.news/en/item/58155

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-09-14 18:25 UTC
- World
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/russia-using-belarusian-lte-networks-relay-stations-for-mass-drone-attacks-on-ukraine-kyiv-says/

> Two Ukrainian officials said Russia is likely using Belarusian LTE networks and repeater stations on Belarusian territory to keep Shahed-type drones connected during mass attacks. They linked the systems to the Sept. 12 strike involving hundreds of drones near Ukraine’s northern border and targeting western regions.

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