UkrainePublished: 7 October 2026 at 05:55
"Gryphon": Ukrainian forces combine robots with drones to strike Russians deep in the rear
The "NC13" strike UGV unit of Ukraine's 3rd Separate Assault Brigade tested a new tactic deep behind Russian lines in January. Since then it has carried out more than 100 similar operations.
In January of this year, the "NC13" strike unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) unit of the 3rd Separate Assault Brigade tested a new tactic deep behind Russian lines.
The approach combines robots with drones to hit targets in the enemy's rear. It is known as "Gryphon".
It began as an experiment. Since January, the unit has successfully carried out more than 100 similar operations, and the experiment has become a proven combat system.
The unit's commander discusses this experience in an interview published by Ukrainska Pravda.
