Evolution of Ukrainian Drone Systems Industry as a NATO-Aligned Asymmetric Warfare Laboratory (2022–February 2026)

Abstract Ukraine has undergone a profound transformation in its unmanned systems sector since the onset of Russia‘s full-scale invasion in February 2022, evolving from a marginal pre-war capability—limited to approximately 7 domestic manufacturers focused primarily on commercial or reconnaissance applications—into a globally significant producer of combat drones. By 2025, Ukrainian entities manufactured over 2 million … Leggi tutto Evolution of Ukrainian Drone Systems Industry as a NATO-Aligned Asymmetric Warfare Laboratory (2022–February 2026)