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Ukraine used ground robot to blow up Russian-held gas pipeline

Original: Ukraine’s 71st Air Assault Brigade says its troops used a Gimli ground robotic system to deliver 140 kg of explosives to

Ukraine's 71st Air Assault Brigade says its troops used a Gimli ground robotic system to deliver 140 kg of explosives to a gas pipeline used by Russian forces. The brigade said the explosive charge was brought to the target remotely, allowing the unit to destroy the infrastructure without sending soldiers into danger. The operation highlights Ukraine's growing use of unmanned ground systems in combat.

Why now: Ukraine's use of robotic systems for high-risk strike operations is a notable development in the war attracting attention.

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• Ukraine’s 71st Air Assault Brigade says its troops used a Gimli ground robotic system to deliver 140 kg of explosives to a gas pipeline used by Russian forces. The explosive charge was brought to the target remotely, allowing the unit to conduct the operation without sending… · noelreports@mstdn.social

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