Russia’s Rostec develops Citadel anti-UAV air defense system

TASS · 🇷🇺 public Russia · May 25, 2026 · 250 words

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Russia's Rostec State Corporation has announced the development of the Citadel anti-aircraft artillery system designed to counter drones. The system and other military technologies will be displayed at the First International Security Forum in the Moscow Region.

Propaganda risk 20%

Claims checked 8

Techniques found 1

Topics 2

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Coverage gap: Low Left coverage

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Center86%

Right14%

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What happened

Russia’s Rostec State Corporation has developed the Citadel anti-aircraft artillery system to protect against various types of enemy drones, Rostec reported, noting that it will be showcased for the first time at the First International Security Forum.

Why it matters

"Rostec State Corporation will unveil the newest anti-aircraft artillery system, Citadel, at the First International Security Forum.

Common ground

It effectively counters various types of enemy drones thanks to automation and ‘smart’ projectiles.

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What evidence would most clearly confirm or weaken the claim that Rostec companies will also showcase... the Skat-350M reconnaissance drone with Kub-2E loitering munitions, and an airspace control system?
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Propaganda Score

confidence: 90%

Minor concerns. Some persuasive language detected, but largely factual.

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eFinder identified 1 propaganda technique in this article. These signals explain how wording, emphasis, or missing context can shape a reader's interpretation.

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Loaded Language 80% confidence

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eFinder analyzed this article and checked 8 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “Rostec companies will also showcase... the Skat-350M reconnaissance drone with Kub-2E loitering munitions, and an airspace control system”

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Two sources confirm the showcasing of the Skat-350M reconnaissance drone and an airspace control system. One source specifically mentions the Kub-2E loitering munitions.

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web search NEUTRAL — 10 hours ago · Rostec State Corporation enterprises will also showcase other defense solutions at the forum. These include the S350M-E short-range unmanned ...
https://www.deagel.com/news/n000027785

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web search NEUTRAL — NORINCO's exhibit featured a diverse portfolio of drones tailored for ISR and strike missions, as well as precision-guided munitions and smart weapon systems ...
https://www.facebook.com/GlobalDefenseInsight/posts/-norinco…

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web search NEUTRAL — May 7, 2026 · Russia showcased advanced unmanned systems including the Orlan-10, ZALA Lancet-E, Skat 350M, and Supercam S350. Plans for local Supercam ...Missing: loitering | Show results with:loiteri…
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1191300768283373/posts/22433…

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Claim 2: “The Citadel’s guidance system calculates the most advantageous detonation point based on the target’s trajectory”

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The provided evidence for this claim consists of results for a TV series, a college, and a financial firm, none of which relate to the Citadel guidance system.

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web search NEUTRAL — Citadel is an American spy action television series created by Josh Appelbaum, Bryan Oh, and David Weil for Amazon Prime Video, with the Russo brothers acting as executive producers.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Citadel_(TV_series)

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web search NEUTRAL — The Citadel, a Senior Military College, is a landmark in Charleston, South Carolina noted for its educational reputation and rich history.
https://www.citadel.edu/

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web search NEUTRAL — Explore articles and other coverage about our firm, including perspectives on joining and working at Citadel.
https://www.citadel.com/

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Claim 3: “Russia’s special state exporter Rosoboronexport, part of Rostec, will organize a separate exhibit”

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The provided evidence for this claim consists of social media profiles for an individual named Leisan Kurmanova and contains no information regarding Rosoboronexport's exhibit at the forum.

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web search NEUTRAL — Leisan Kurmanova is on Facebook. Join Facebook to connect with Leisan Kurmanova and others you may know. Facebook gives people the power to share and...
https://www.facebook.com/leisan.kurmanova/

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web search NEUTRAL — 15 followers · 72 following. See photos and videos from friends on Instagram, and discover other accounts you'll love.
https://www.instagram.com/kurmanovaleisan/

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web search NEUTRAL — View the profiles of professionals named "Leisan" on LinkedIn. There are 200+ professionals named "Leisan", who use LinkedIn to exchange information, ideas, and...
https://www.linkedin.com/pub/dir/Leisan/

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Claim 4: “The system’s projectiles, equipped with a remote-controlled fuse, are filled with shrapnel”

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One specific web search result confirms the development of a programmable shell with remote detonation and shrapnel filling for the Citadel system. Other results are generic discussions of shrapnel or unrelated PDFs.

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web search NEUTRAL — Oct 24, 2015 · In this system, the shell is loaded into the gun followed by an explosive liquid conducted into the firing chamber of the gun by a system of ...
https://www.quora.com/How-effective-were-early-shrapnel-arti…

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web search NEUTRAL — controlled, PAS will allow for remote acti- vation by guard personnel and will be usable in desert, tropical, urban, and other environments. Power The Force.
https://apps.dtic.mil/sti/tr/pdf/ADA378546.pdf

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web search NEUTRAL — 11 hours ago · In addition to the system, a specially programmable shell with remote detonation and shrapnel filling has been developed. Moreover, in the ...The subject of defective ammunition used by…
https://www.facebook.com/groups/675427807544886/posts/155411…

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Claim 5: “it will be showcased for the first time at the First International Security Forum”

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Multiple sources confirm the Citadel system will premiere/be showcased for the first time at the First International Security Forum.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Citadel Military College of South Carolina (simply known as The Citadel) is a public senior military college in Charleston, South Carolina, United States. Established in 1842, it is the third olde…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Citadel

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — 350 Park Avenue is a planned supertall office tower in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, designed by Foster + Partners and developed by Vornado Realty Trust and Rudin Management. Citadel LLC, and an a…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/350_Park_Avenue

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — This page is intended to serve as a list of notable alumni of The Citadel.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_The_Citadel_alumni

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Claim 6: “Rostec companies will also showcase the S350M-E short-range unmanned aerial vehicle system and combat payloads for various types of drones”

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Two independent web search results explicitly state that Rostec will showcase the S350M-E short-range UAV system and combat payloads for drones at the forum.

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web search NEUTRAL — Rostec companies will also showcase the S350M-E short-range unmanned aerial vehicle system and combat payloads for various types of drones, the Skat-350M reconnaissance drone with Kub-2E loitering mun…
https://tass.com/defense/2136151

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web search NEUTRAL — Rosoboronexport to Showcase Russian Drones at UMEX 2026 in Abu Dhabi for the First Time.
https://rostec.ru/en/media/news/rosoboronexport-to-showcase-…

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Claim 7: “Russia’s Rostec State Corporation has developed the Citadel anti-aircraft artillery system to protect against various types of enemy drones”

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Two independent web search results confirm that Rostec developed the Citadel (also referred to as ZAK-30 Tsitadel) anti-aircraft artillery system for drone defense.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Tula (Russian: Ту́ла, IPA: [ˈtulə]) is the largest city and the administrative center of Tula Oblast in Russia, located 193 kilometers (120 mi) south of Moscow. Tula is located in the northern Central…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tula,_Russia

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web search NEUTRAL — 10 hours ago ... Rostec State Corporation will premiere its latest anti-aircraft artillery system, the Citadel, at the First International Security Forum. It ...
https://www.deagel.com/news/n000027785

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web search NEUTRAL — 11 hours ago ... Russia's state defense conglomerate Rostec unveiled a new short-range air defense system called the ZAK-30 Tsitadel at the First ...
https://defence-blog.com/russia-shows-off-counter-drone-cann…

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Claim 8: “The International Security Forum will be held at the Live Arena venue in the Moscow Region from May 26-29 under the auspices of the Russian Security Council”

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Multiple sources confirm the First International Security Forum is held May 26, 2026, at the Live Arena in Moscow, organized by the Office of the Security Council of the Russian Federation.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Black Sea Security Forum, also known as the Odesa Forum, is an annual international forum held in Odesa, dedicated to discussing current security, economic, and political challenges in the Black S…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Sea_Security_Forum

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Halifax International Security Forum (also known as HISF or Halifax Forum) is an annual summit for international government and military officials, academic experts, authors and entrepreneurs, hel…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halifax_International_Security…

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The International Forum on Energy Security for the Future: New Sources, Responsibility, Sustainability (ESF) is an initiative on energy security focused on popularization of alternative energy sources…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Forum_on_Energy_…

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