Germany has confirmed its decision to send 4,000 AI-guided drones to Ukraine, aiming to bolster Kyiv’s defense against Russia. These drones, designed to target and destroy enemy positions, will be deployed in the eastern part of Ukraine and can hit targets up to 30-40 kilometers behind the front line, reaching into Russian territory. Unlike the long-range Taurus missile system, which Germany has declined to send due to escalation concerns, these drones are powered by artificial intelligence and can autonomously navigate using terrain-matching technology, even in the absence of GPS signals.
NEW – Germany to send 4,000 AI-guided drones to Ukrainehttps://t.co/gN2He8qG0j
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BREAKING: Russia vows ‘appropriate response’ if Ukraine uses long-range missiles
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🗣 Full text of Vladimir Putin's statement on the potential U.S. and allied authorization for long-range missile strikes deep into Russia, dated September 12, 2024:
This is not about permitting or prohibiting the Kiev regime from striking Russian territory. They are already… pic.twitter.com/RQC5og0j9b
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The drones are set to be delivered starting December 2024 and are developed by Munich-based Helsing. They are part of Germany’s broader military aid, which makes it the second-largest contributor to Ukraine’s defense efforts. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius emphasized their ability to neutralize Russian drone defenses, providing a tactical advantage in Ukraine’s ongoing battle.
Meanwhile, Germany’s Federal Army is preparing its defense strategy under the classified “Operationsplan Deutschland.” This 1,000-page document outlines readiness protocols, including safeguarding critical infrastructure and boosting cyberattack resilience. The German government is also instructing companies to enhance self-sufficiency, ensuring that resources like diesel generators are available in times of crisis. These measures align with Germany’s broader military strategy, which includes deploying forces to NATO’s eastern flank while relying on civilian sectors for energy, transportation, and defense support.
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Germany to provide Ukraine with 4,000 AI-powered ‘Mini-Taurus’ drones, Bild reports: https://www.yahoo.com/news/germany-ukraine-4-000-ai-112645182.html
Germany To Send 4,000 AI Drones To Ukraine, Rejects Long-Range Missiles: https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/russia-ukraine-conflict-germany-to-send-4-000-ai-drones-to-ukraine-rejects-long-range-missiles-7051090
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Germany’s Federal Army is instructing companies on readiness for potential conflict under the secretive 1,000-page “Operationsplan Deutschland.”
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