Ukraine military robots surge to offset drone risks

Ukraine is significantly increasing its deployment of military robots on the battlefield to reduce human exposure to drone threats and dangerous combat roles. President Zelenskyy claimed these robots have completed over 22,000 missions recently, with ground robot missions tripling in five months. These uncrewed ground vehicles, some armed with machine guns, are being used for supply runs, medical evacuations, and direct combat, potentially mirroring future global military applications. While still vulnerable to enemy drones and terrain challenges, this surge marks a notable evolution in robotic warfare.