Events
Drone strikes, counter-UAS deployments, civilian incidents and exercises worldwide. Each entry is linked to the relevant drone, country and counter-UAS systems where possible.
US Army orders 3,000 Anduril Barracuda-500M ground-launched cruise missiles
A post reports the US Army ordered 3,000 Anduril Industries Barracuda-500M (SLB-500M) ground-launched cruise missiles and 60 containerized launchers. Deliveries are said to be scheduled from 2027 to 2030 at about 1,000 m…
Russian developer describes Citadel-NPZ automated interceptor system for long-range Ukrainian UAVs
A Telegram post quotes a developer describing an automated system and interceptor UAV concept (“Цитадель-НПЗ”) intended to intercept long-range Ukrainian drones, reportedly aimed at protecting facilities such as refineri…
Report claims ongoing drone attack attempt led to closure of Crimean Bridge
A Telegram post claims the Crimean Bridge has been closed since around 02:00 due to an ongoing, low-intensity attack being repelled under safety procedures. The post alleges Ukraine is attempting to disrupt traffic to Cr…
Drone fell near Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant power units; no detonation reported
A Telegram post citing the Zaporizhzhia NPP claims a UAV fell near the plant’s power units and did not detonate. The post says radiation levels remained normal and there were no casualties or damage.
Report claims mass overnight UAV attacks across Russia and drone strikes in Donetsk region on 16 May 2026
A Russian milblog summary claims 138 Ukrainian UAVs were shot down over multiple Russian regions overnight, with attempted strikes including the Azot plant near Nevinnomyssk and disruptions near the Crimean Bridge. It al…
Drone unit "Black Swan" posts footage of strike on soldier on Zaporizhzhia front
A Telegram post claims to show drone-operator footage from the "Black Swan" strike UAV unit of Ukraine's 225th Separate Assault Regiment on the Zaporizhzhia front. The post links to a video channel but provides no verifi…
47th Mechanized Brigade says DJI Mavic drones conduct explosive drops on Russian positions
A Telegram post claims crews of the 3rd Mechanized Battalion, 47th Separate Mechanized Brigade use DJI Mavic drones to drop explosives on Russian troops/positions and to conduct reconnaissance and artillery spotting. No …
Drones: DJI Mavic 3
Ukrainian unit claims coordinated attack on enemy hiding position, solicits donations for drones
A Ukrainian Telegram post describes a coordinated action against an enemy who tried to hide, implying a successful strike. The post also includes fundraising links for drones and components and recruitment information.
Ukrainian drone footage shows alleged killing of surrendering Russian soldiers
A Telegram post claims two Russian soldiers attempted to surrender and were being guided by a Ukrainian drone toward Ukrainian positions. The post alleges Russian command ordered them killed, with the incident shown via …
Telegram post claims UAV debris is reaching Moscow
A Telegram channel asserts that UAV debris is making its way to Moscow, implying ongoing drone attacks. No specific date, exact location details, or damage/casualty information is provided in the post.