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Defence: Artificial Intelligence

Asked by Ben Obese-JectyConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 24 June 2026UIN 10475

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps has he taken to use machine learning to train defence AI in targeting based on the current Ukrainian targeting dataset.

Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones

The Ministry of Defence is drawing on lessons from Ukraine’s experience of modern warfare, particularly in the use of data and artificial intelligence. These insights are shaping our capability development, enhancing support for communications infrastructure, strengthening cyber resilience, and advancing broader capability improvements through international partnerships.

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