Archive · 23 Nov 2025
Ukraine: Robots Aid Troops in Eastern 'Kill-Zone'
Ukraine is using small, remote-controlled robots to carry food, water, and ammunition to soldiers in the eastern city of Pokrovsk.
This is because Russian drones watch the entire frontline, making it very dangerous for people to move around.
The robots help keep soldiers safe, but they also get destroyed sometimes.
Ukrainian troops in Pokrovsk use unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) for supplies due to heavy Russian drone activity
UGVs deliver about 90% of supplies to the frontline, mainly at night
Russian drones constantly monitor the 30km frontline, making it a 'kill-zone' for soldiers
Only one out of three UGVs reaches its destination, but they are crucial for frontline troops
Ukraine denies Russian claims of full Pokrovsk surround, but situation is 'extremely difficult'
- Who
- Ukrainian troops in Pokrovsk
- What
- Use unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) for supplies
- When
- Currently, with increased demand due to Russian attacks
- Where
- Eastern city of Pokrovsk and nearby Myrnograd
- Why
- To avoid heavy Russian drone activity and artillery attacks
Ukraine's Perspective
Russia's Perspective
Surveillance
Ukraine's Perspective
Russian drones constantly monitor the frontline, making it dangerous for soldiers
Russia's Perspective
Russia claims to have full control over Pokrovsk
Supply Routes
Ukraine's Perspective
Ukraine uses UGVs to maintain supply routes due to Russian attacks
Russia's Perspective
Russia aims to cut Ukraine's supply routes
- Robot Type
- Unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs)
- Primary Use
- Supplying frontline units with food, water, and ammunition
- Control
- Remote control from several kilometres away
- Success Rate
- Only one out of three UGVs reaches its destination
- Frontline Length
- 30km stretch monitored by Russian drones