South Korea plans to train entire military as "drone warriors"
South Korea is launching an initiative to train its entire half-million-strong military to operate drones as a standard combat tool. This reform is driven by the need to maintain a technological advantage against North Korea and is inspired by recent drone usage in global conflicts.
Why it matters
This represents a major shift in military doctrine, signaling the normalization of drone warfare at the individual soldier level.
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The article provides a factual account of military policy changes and the stated strategic rationale.
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