# Washington should pay attention to Ukraine's new robotic counteroffensive

https://mins.news/en/item/83968

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-10-02 18:47 UTC
- World
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/washington-should-pay-attention-to-the-new-ukrainian-robotic-counteroffensive/

> Ukraine is using heavy drones to deliver unmanned ground vehicles deep behind Russian lines, where they attack logistics, dugouts and personnel and escort surrendering troops. The NC13 unit says its “Gryphon” tactic has completed more than 100 operations and is part of Operation Vivaldi. The article argues that Ukraine’s battlefield expertise in drones, electronic warfare and robotics deserves greater recognition from Western allies.

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