Infantry 2.0: How drones and digital weapons are rewriting the rules of war
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Sep 26, 2026, 13:05 IST | Updated: Sep 26, 2026, 13:05 IST
The modern soldier looks nothing like before. Drones and digital weapons are transforming the battlefield, and the rifle is now just one part of a much larger digital combat system. FPV drones are forcing infantry to rethink how they move and how they stay hidden. We break down how warfare is changing at the ground level, and what it means for the future of infantry combat. Watch the full breakdown.
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