Kill Russians, win points: Is Ukraine's new drone scheme gamifying war?

The article discusses a new drone-related scheme in Ukraine that incentivizes troops to record and share footage of confirmed Russian kills in exchange for points and prizes. The initiative, launched by the Ukrainian military, aims to boost morale and encourage the use of drones in combat operations against Russian forces. The scheme works by allowing Ukrainian soldiers to upload videos of their drone strikes on Russian targets, which are then verified by military officials. For each confirmed kill, the soldier earns points that can be redeemed for various rewards, including cash, promotions, or equipment. While the program has been met with some criticism for potentially gamifying the horrors of war, the Ukrainian military defends it as a way to leverage technology and modern incentives to bolster their defensive efforts against the Russian invasion. The article highlights the complex ethical considerations surrounding this approach to military engagement in the ongoing conflict.