In Ukraine, an Arsenal of Killer A.I. Drones Is Being Born in War Against Russia
The New York Times••world
Key Points:
- Ukrainian forces are deploying semiautonomous drones, such as the Bumblebee, to conduct attacks on Russian positions, overcoming challenges posed by enemy radio-wave jamming.
- The Bumblebee drone operates with artificial intelligence, allowing it to continue missions independently after being released from human control, enhancing strike precision and effectiveness.
- Since early 2025, these autonomous drones have conducted over 1,000 combat flights, marking a significant shift toward the use of "killer robots" on the battlefield in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
- The successful deployment of such drones is forcing Russian forces to relocate frequently, indicating the tactical impact of autonomous weapons in modern warfare.
