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The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has been dubbed as the world's "first drone war," resulting in a massive surge in military drone production. The transformation of civilian industries into defense manufacturers is evident with people like Kseniia Kalmus, who went from being a floral artist to making drones for Ukrainian soldiers. Before Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Kalmus co-owned a flower shop in Kyiv and showcased her work across Europe. Now, she devotes her skills to building drones for combat purposes.
Change in demand
Shift from traditional supplies to drone production
When the war started in February 2022, Kalmus raised money for anything Ukrainian soldiers needed, from vehicles to medicine and uniforms. However, as time went on, the requests changed. "I real

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