Aug. 31, 2026, 5:00 AM EDTBy Jane LytvynenkoKYIV, Ukraine — The 10 Russian soldiers hiding in leafy woods near Ukraine’s northeastern border didn’t notice the Ukrainian drone hovering nearby, watching. The Russians were preparing to assault Ukrainian positions a couple of miles away. The Ukrainians’ mission was to repel them and take their enemies prisoner. Just a moment.We are getting your experience ready.
‘Follow the drone’: How Ukraine takes Russian prisoners with uncrewed vehicles
More than 100 Russian soldiers surrendered to drones over the winter, a former Ukrainian official said. NBC News talked to one unit that captured four men without firing a shot.
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