Ukraine has adopted a new battlefield strategy to prevent soldiers from falling prey to Russian booby traps by advancing through trenches using drones.
An Australian military official training Kyiv’s forces in the UK told Business Insider that Ukrainian soldiers are now using drones to ensure their safety from landmines and other explosive devices.
Invading forces have extensively used booby traps and mines on the frontline.
Military trainer Lt. Col. Davidson stated that the Ukrainian military now breaks into smaller teams when going down trenches to protect against booby traps.
Ukraine’s trench warfare tactic reflects the increasing role of UAVs in the conflict, with drones credited for damaging a Russian arms factory and destroying a Russian bomber.
President Zelensky has ordered the creation of a military branch dedicated to drone warfare.
Ukrainian troops are quickly adjusting to battlefield situations, helping military trainers provide more accurate training.
Trainers are also learning from Ukrainian troops, with methods potentially being incorporated into UK military doctrine.