This was stated by Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu.

“Recently, Allied nations have stepped up their intelligence activities.

The intensity of the use of NATO reconnaissance aircraft near the borders of Russia has increased by more than 30% compared to last year: in August last year - 87 flights, now - about 120, ”TASS quotes him as Shoigu.

Shoigu also said that all T-72 tanks of the Russian army will be upgraded to the T-72B3M modification.