How wars in Ukraine and Gaza are shaping future military technologies
FirstpostModern battlefields are no longer just theatres of conflict—they’ve become testing grounds where new technologies are forged, pushing the boundaries of warfare and redefining the rules of engagement for future generations The rise of asymmetric warfare, the formation of alliances and counter-alliances, and the limited nature of modern conflicts have expanded the scope of war far beyond just survival. The rise of asymmetric warfare, the formation of alliances and counter-alliances, and the limited nature of modern conflicts have expanded the scope of war far beyond just survival. Both sides in these wars have embraced strong innovation cultures, supported by their allies, leading to the development of cutting-edge military technologies, including lethal autonomous weapon systems and semi-lethal autonomous weapons. Modern battlefields are no longer just theatres of conflict—they’ve become testing grounds where new technologies are forged, pushing the boundaries of warfare and redefining the rules of engagement for future generations.