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.
Iran reportedly launched anti-ship missiles and drones at U.S. Navy warships in the Sea of Oman
The article cites reports that Iran launched anti-ship missiles and drones at U.S. Navy warships operating in the Sea of Oman, with claims that all incoming weapons were intercepted. It also discusses broader U.S.-Iran e…
Taiwan ROCAF Skyguard anti-aircraft guns shown fitted with anti-drone net cages
A circulated image shows Republic of China Air Force Skyguard (GDF-006) 35mm towed anti-aircraft guns enclosed in dome-like lattice structures covered with anti-drone netting, apparently to protect against small FPV dron…
Ireland's Manna begins push into U.S. drone delivery market
Reuters reports that Irish drone-delivery company Manna is beginning an expansion push into the United States, described as a competitive drone-delivery battleground. The item concerns commercial UAV delivery operations …
Russia bans diesel exports citing domestic supply needs after Ukrainian drone strikes
Reuters reports Russia banned diesel exports to ensure domestic supply, linking the move to targeted Ukrainian drone strikes. The policy change is presented as a response to disruptions caused by the strikes.
Russia launches overnight drone and ballistic missile strikes on Ukraine, officials say
The article reports that Russia carried out overnight strikes on Ukraine involving drones and ballistic missiles, including an attack on Kyiv. Ukraine's air force said it intercepted 139 of 169 drones but did not shoot d…
Pentagon explores expendable long-range UAV concept to complement or replace MQ-9 Reaper
The Pentagon, via a Defense Innovation Unit solicitation, is seeking a cheaper, long-range, heavy-payload UAV concept called Massed Modular Aircraft (MMA) to perform MQ-9A missions in large numbers. The effort emphasizes…
Drones: MQ-9 Reaper
Reports of Ukrainian UAV attacks on industrial sites in Ufa, Nizhnekamsk and a gas compressor station in Krasnodar Krai
A Telegram post claims Ukrainian drones attacked an oil refining complex in Ufa, with air defenses downing most drones and a small fire extinguished with no reported casualties. It also reports damage and some injuries a…
Russian MoD claims air defenses shot down 903 fixed-wing UAVs
A Russian source claims strikes hit Ukrainian logistics centers and fuel-energy and transport infrastructure, as well as ammunition depots and troop locations. The same post says air defenses intercepted eight guided aer…
Russian 'Vostok' group reports UAV units destroying Ukrainian drone control antennas in Zaporizhzhia direction
A Russian Telegram report claims UAV crews in the 'Vostok' group destroyed numerous Ukrainian drone-related assets over the past day, including ground-control antennas, UAV control points, and 44 UAVs. The post describes…
Lancet loitering munition reportedly struck a Ukrainian pickup-mounted fire group
A Telegram post claims a ZALA Lancet loitering munition unit from Russia's Dnipro group detected a Ukrainian mobile fire group moving in a pickup truck and destroyed it. No casualty figures were provided.