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wire / 2026-10-15-0035

South Korea Tests AI-Enabled Drones and Robots in Military Exercises

October 15, 2026 · KOR HAZARD INCIDENT

Another army, another exercise with autonomous drones. The program is called TIGER+, which leaves room for a sequel.

The facts

The South Korean Army conducted large-scale exercises in Yangpyeong, deploying AI-powered drones, robots, and decision-support systems as part of its Army TIGER+ modernization project. These unmanned systems demonstrated autonomous reconnaissance, attack, and support roles, highlighting future battlefield tactics and the potential risks of AI-enabled military technologies.