Ukraine’s drone rescue of wounded soldier puts much touted idea into practice — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ukraine-s-drone-rescue-of-wounded-soldier-puts-much-touted-idea-into-practiceContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Ukraine conducts world's first drone evacuation of wounded soldierhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ukraine-s-drone-rescue-of-wounded-soldier-puts-much-touted-idea-into-practicehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ukraine-s-drone-rescue-of-wounded-soldier-puts-much-touted-idea-into-practice#u160570Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:56:14 +0000Ukraine's military has successfully used a drone to evacuate a wounded soldier from the front line, a development hailed as a world-first. The operation was carried out by Ukraine's 92nd Brigade using a modified attack hexacopter. The drone, named 'StarGate,' flew the soldier to safety, showcasing a new application of drone technology in military rescue operations.Why it mattersThe use of drones in military operations has been increasingly prominent, with various countries exploring their potential in different roles. In Ukraine's case, the ability to evacuate wounded