Ukrainian commander: Russia cannot buy air defense for Crimea – microchips don't exist
A Ukrainian drone-hunting commander says Russia's main challenge in holding Crimea is not money but a lack of microchips.

A Ukrainian commander specializing in drone hunting has stated that Russia's inability to purchase air defense systems for Crimea is not a matter of funding. According to the commander, the key bottleneck is the unavailability of microchips, which are no longer obtainable on the market. His remarks highlight technological constraints that are hampering Russian military efforts in the region.
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