Ukrainian defence ministry reports over 50,000 ground drone missions since start of year
The Ukrainian military has carried out more than 50,000 logistics and evacuation missions using ground robotic systems between January and early June 2026.
Source: Ukraine's Ministry of Defence
Quote: "The use of ground robotic systems is increasing every month. In January, they carried out over 7,500 missions, while in May this figure exceeded 14,000. The number of units operating ground robots has grown from 117 to 230."
Previously: Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a law exempting the purchase of ground robotic systems from VAT. The parliament adopted the bill on 28 May, after which it was submitted to the legislature with the president's signature on 29 May.
The changes are intended to ensure more efficient use of budget funds when procuring ground robots for Ukraine's defence forces.
Background: Ukraine's Third Army Corps, which was deployed on the Lyman-Borova front a year ago, has carried out more than 18,000 missions using ground robotic systems, evacuating over 600 wounded soldiers and transporting 4,500 tonnes of cargo.
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