Dogs of war: China touts killer robot 'wolves'

A visitor examines a Nexwise flying robot dog during the 3rd China International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing, China, on July 18, 2025. China has poured support into robotics, an area in which some experts say it might already have the upper hand over the United States. — AP

BEIJING: China's latest gun-toting quadruped military "wolf" robots are designed to stealthily approach enemies, fire precise shots on targets and work in rough terrain, state media said on Aug 6.

State broadcaster CCTV said the robots, an upgrade from earlier robotic dog iterations, can replace human soldiers in dangerous conditions to reduce combat casualties.