Russia testing AI-controlled attack drones

Ukrainian officials reported that Russia is currently testing AI-controlled attack drones capable of autonomously selecting targets. This development follows a deadly incident earlier in the summer and marks a shift in Russian drone strategy as the conflict continues.

Date: August 31, 2026

Location: Ukraine, Ukraine

Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War

Category: other

Severity: HIGH

Source: The World Now

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