Britain’s veterans minister Al Carns has proposed the UK consider deploying autonomous strike-capable drones, marking a potential policy shift. His comments reflect changing warfare dynamics, particularly lessons from the Ukraine conflict. Carns noted Ukrainian drone experts are actively training British forces in modern tactics. The proposal highlights the need for adaptability in UK defense strategy. It precedes the release of a key strategic defense review focused on drone warfare.
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