Russia Allows State to Take Over Infrastructure Vulnerable to Damage From Drone Attacks
The decree cites the 'increasing threats to the security of critical infrastructure facilities' during the ongoing war.
TL;DR
- Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree on August 24.
- The decree allows the state to temporarily take over critical infrastructure.
- This action is permitted if private owners are seen as failing to protect assets against drone attack risks.
- The state can also administer an entity if its owner fails to restore its functioning in a timely manner.
- Critical infrastructure includes fuel and energy complexes, industrial facilities, communications facilities, logistics infrastructure, and other nationally important assets.
- The decree came into effect on Monday.