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First Naval Engagement Between Uncrewed Sea Drones

Updated 2026-09-17 17:10 UTC 1 source Negative

The Ukrainian Navy used an uncrewed vessel to attack and sink a Russian-operated uncrewed naval robot in the first known engagement between such drones. The incident highlights the growing role of autonomous technology in modern warfare.

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Robots clash in first naval engagement between uncrewed sea drones

Earlier this month, the Ukrainian Navy used an uncrewed vessel to attack and sink an uncrewed naval robot operated by Russian forces

2026-09-17 17:00 UTC