The Global Jigsaw - Ukraine v Russia: The drones race

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The contest for technological supremacy, paving the way to future wars of algorithms. Across the skies of Ukraine and Russia, an arms race is unfolding in real time. Earlier this summer it seemed Ukraine had the edge when it delivered drone strikes deep inside Russian territory. But in recent months, Russia has hit back, deploying faster, jet-powered drones, and shifting the balance once again. In this episode, we explore the relentless seesaw battle for technological dominance and ask what it tells us about the future of warfare.

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Contributors: Tim Bowler, Margaryta Maliukova, Daria Mosolova
Producer: Kriszta Satori
Presenter: Krassi Ivanova Twigg
Music: Pete Cunningham

Published on Saturday, 24th October 2026.

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