Empowering Ukraine’s Defense with Unmanned Systems Forces

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Vadym Sukharevskyi, the deputy commander-in-chief of Ukraine’s Armed Forces, has been appointed as the commander of the newly-created Unmanned Systems Forces. The establishment of this branch aims to enhance Ukraine’s defense capabilities through the strategic use of drones.

President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a decree in February to create this specialized force, emphasizing the importance of surpassing Russia in drone operations by 2024. Sukharevskyi’s new role involves overseeing the development and deployment of drones on the battlefield.

Ukraine’s arsenal of naval kamikaze drones has been a game-changer in countering Russian forces in the Black Sea, showcasing the effectiveness of unmanned systems in modern warfare.