.. it is necessary to increase the volume and quality of weapons and military equipment supplied to the troops, primarily weapons," Shoigu said in a statement released by Russia's Defense Ministry.In addition to the newly ordered production, Shoigu, during a meeting with Russia’s top military leaders, directed the repair of units on the front lines in Ukraine’s eastern and southern regions to improve their efficiency. No details were provided regarding Russia's plan to increase production or the timeframe for when Russia may begin to observe faster deliveries to Ukraine's eastern front.Russia's plan to increase arms production comes amid an anticipated Russian offensive campaign, which Kyiv expects will begin at end of May or the beginning of June. Ukrainian officials have warned that the country faces a "difficult" but "not catastrophic" situation on the front in the near future, amid delays in delivering U.S.