Ukraine Planned to Swarm Moscow Airports With AI-Guided Drones
The stalled operation, code-named “M&Ms,” sought to isolate Russian elites and force Vladimir Putin to negotiate a truce.
TL;DR
- Ukraine considered using AI-guided drones to attack Moscow's airports, aiming to shut down civilian air traffic.
- The plan, codenamed 'M&Ms,' aimed to pressure Russian elites and compel President Putin to negotiate peace.
- President Zelensky had concerns about civilian casualties but permitted the plan's development.
- The operation was halted following the dismissal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
- The use of AI-targeting systems raises ethical concerns regarding unintended civilian harm.
- Ukraine has previously used drones to disrupt Russian airports, causing temporary closures.