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One Turn followed this story across 2 editions, from Eastern Ukraine on October 19, 2026. Newest first.
Drones dominate the front lines in Ukraine, making it dangerous to move soldiers and supplies near combat zones.
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Ukraine's 92nd Assault Brigade said it carried out its first aerial drone evacuation of a wounded soldier. The serviceman was surrounded by landmines and Russian drones, making a ground rescue impossible, according to the military.
Why it matters: Drone evacuations could allow rescues where ground teams cannot safely reach the wounded.
Sources: Euronews, BBC News · See it on the globe
A Ukrainian army brigade said it airlifted a wounded soldier from the front line using an aerial drone, describing it as the first such operation in the world. The mission highlights the growing role of unmanned systems in battlefield rescue.
Why it matters: Drone evacuations could save soldiers in zones too dangerous for crewed vehicles.
Sources: Al Jazeera, France 24 · See it on the globe