Inside Ukraine’s drone war against Putin

Ukraine is developing its drone capabilities, using new types of drones to target Russian-controlled areas and engage in a psychological war, but scaling up production and obtaining resources remains a challenge.

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Ukraine Ramps Up Drone Strikes on Russian Forces, Tests AI Systems to Guide Attacks

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Zelensky Accuses Russia of Genocide, Urges Global Action as Ukraine Strikes Back

Ukraine's special services are likely responsible for drone strikes on Wagner-backed forces in Sudan, raising concerns about the escalation of Russia-Ukraine conflict beyond the frontlines; Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell defends Ukraine's request for more aid ahead of Ukrainian President Zelensky's visit to the US Capitol; President Zelensky warns the UN General Assembly that Russia's invasion of Ukraine is not only about Ukraine but also about weaponizing food and energy and turning other countries' power plants into "dirty bombs"; Zelensky calls for global unity to defeat Russia's aggression and accuses Russia of kidnapping Ukrainian children and weaponizing the food supply; Russian President Putin is seeking support from North Korea and Iran while Ukraine continues to gain support from numerous countries.