Rosgvardia, the russian National Guard, is bolstering its resources and personnel as a result of upheavals in russia’s internal security scene from the war in Ukraine, the UK Defense Intelligence reports.
Elements of Wagner Group private military company came under Rosgvardia from October 2023, followed on January 3, 2024 by the Vostok Battalion (Donetsk). Moscow has also been advancing its efforts to dissolve the Kaskad group, which specializes in drone operations, and subordinate parts of it to Rosgvardia.
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In July 2023, the russian State Duma authorized Rosgvardia to employ heavier weaponry. New capabilities, along with its augmentation with experienced veterans from other groups, will likely represent a significant increase in combat effectiveness.
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