Robert Tollast
Robert Tollast is a defense analyst known for his insights on military technology and strategy, particularly regarding unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). He has contributed to discussions on the evolving capabilities and limitations of UAVs, emphasizing the importance of continuous surveillance while acknowledging the growing threats posed by advanced anti-aircraft systems. His recent commentary highlights the challenges faced by medium-altitude long-endurance drones like the MQ-9 Reaper, which are increasingly vulnerable in modern combat scenarios.
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Robert Tollast, land warfare expert at the Royal United Service Institute, provided insights on Ukraine's use of AI drones.
Ukraine using AI drones to strike vital Russian supply lines
United Kingdom· 2026-05-30Robert Tollast is a research fellow at Whitehall think tank The Royal United Services Institute (RUSI).
How realistic is the plan to build a 'drone wall' against Russia?United Kingdom· 2025-11-17
Robert Tollast, a researcher at London-based defense think tank the Royal United Services Institute, discussed NATO's ability to counter drone threats.
Can NATO innovate fast enough to counter Russia’s growing drone threat?
United States· 2025-09-21
Robert Tollast explains that NATO will likely use drones on a large scale in the future.
Così i droni d'attacco ora dominano la guerra: «Economici, leggeri. E mortali»
Italy· 2025-09-12
Robert Tollast, a military expert from the UK think tank RUSI, stated that NATO is likely to utilize drones on a large scale in future conflicts.
Árásardrónar í sífelldri framþróun
Iceland· 2025-08-25
Robert Tollast is a research fellow focused on land warfare at the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI).
How Russia’s drone attacks have reshaped the war in Ukraine: An illustrated guideUnited States· 2025-08-22
Expert Robert Tollast emphasized the continuous surveillance capabilities of MALE UAVs, provided they are not destroyed.
UAV Reaper của Mỹ có thể sắp hết thời 'làm mưa làm gió'
Vietnam· 2025-05-25