Are ground robots becoming the new soldiers of war?

Are ground robots becoming the new soldiers of war?

Ukraine and Russia are increasingly deploying ground robots for resupply, combat and casualty evacuation. With AI-driven systems like Murakha, THeMIS and Volchanin in action, these robotic platforms are transforming modern warfare. As both countries innovate on the battlefield, are ground robots becoming the frontline fighters of the future?

The Gereon RCS Robot, an unmanned ground vehicle for the defence sector, from ARX Robotic, in action in Oberding near Munich, Germany, March 27, 2025. File Image/Reuters