Ukraine's 'sea baby' drones are growing up with longer range, bigger payload


  • World
  • Wednesday, 22 Oct 2025

The latest version of Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) "sea baby" naval drone sails, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in an undisclosed location in Ukraine October 17, 2025. REUTERS/Vlad Smilianets

KYIV (Reuters) -Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) has unveiled the latest version of its "sea baby" naval drone that it says can operate at distances of over 1,500 km and carry a payload of up to 2,000 kg, approximately double the previous limit.

The improvements mark the latest development in unmanned weapons systems that play an increasingly important role in the war with Russia, as both sides race to stay ahead in drone warfare on land, in the air and at sea.

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