June 11 Named Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces Day by Presidential Decree.

Unmanned Systems Forces Day Established

According to Espreso.tv: Ukraine has officially designated June 11 as the annual Unmanned Systems Forces Day under Presidential Decree No. 485, which takes effect on June 10. The Unmanned Systems Forces were formed in February 2024 and are led by Major Robert 'Madar' Brovdi. This new branch of the Armed Forces of Ukraine focuses on drone and autonomous technology operations.

Combat Milestones and Impact

Over the past year, the Unmanned Systems Forces have completed 1.65 million combat missions, destroying or striking 350,000 enemy targets. In June 2023, the 413th Raid Regiment conducted drone strikes against Russian locomotives, highlighting the effectiveness of unmanned systems in modern warfare. On June 5, the 1st Separate Center of the Unmanned Systems Forces (14th Regiment) established fire control over the Donetsk airport.

On June 9, Major Brovdi reported that drones from the Unmanned Systems Forces and the Armed Forces of Ukraine forced the Russian military to close a key logistics route to Crimea, demonstrating the critical role these systems play in Ukraine’s defense strategy.

'Long-range drones of the Unmanned Systems Forces and the Armed Forces of Ukraine forced the Russian army to shut down the logistics artery to Crimea' — Major Robert 'Madar' Brovdi.

The creation of Unmanned Systems Forces Day underscores the growing importance of drone technology in national security and defense. In the context of Russia’s war against Ukraine, unmanned systems have become a vital tool for Ukrainian forces to carry out combat operations effectively and protect the country’s territorial integrity. This annual observance not only honors past achievements but also aims to drive further innovation in this crucial field.