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.

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deployment2026-05-09🇺🇦 Kostyantynivka and approaches from Druzhkivka, Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine1 source · conf 62

Report describes heavy drone use around Kostyantynivka amid intensified fighting

A Telegram post claims fighting is intensifying in and around Kostyantynivka, with both sides using large numbers of drones to strike logistics. It alleges Ukrainian forces use NRTK ground robots and "Baba Yaga" drones f…

deployment🇺🇦 Southeast of Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine1 source · conf 62

Ukrainian Air Force reports UAV southeast of Zaporizhzhia heading northeast

A Ukrainian Air Force Telegram channel reported a UAV detected southeast of Zaporizhzhia city, flying on a northeast course. No strike, damage, or casualties were reported in the post.

deployment🇺🇦 Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine1 source · conf 62

Ukrainian Air Force warns of hostile UAV approaching Zaporizhzhia from the east

A Ukrainian Air Force Telegram channel reported that an enemy UAV was approaching the city of Zaporizhzhia from the east. No strike, damage, or casualties were reported in the post.

deployment2026-05-09🇬🇧 RAF Croughton and RAF Lakenheath, United Kingdom1 source · conf 45

Post alleges drone strike coordination via RAF Croughton in the UK

A social-media post claims the UK has enabled drone strike coordination through RAF Croughton and mentions US nuclear weapons at RAF Lakenheath. It does not describe a specific drone strike, date, or target, but alleges …

deployment2026-05-09🇺🇦 Ukraine (general)1 source · conf 52

Ukraine deploys interceptor drones armed with 12-gauge shotguns to down Russian UAVs

A social-media post claims Ukrainian forces are deploying interceptor drones fitted with 12-gauge shotguns to shoot down Russian reconnaissance and strike UAVs. It also asserts a March 2026 record of 33,000 Russian UAVs …

deployment2026-05-08🇮🇷 Iran (potential transfer); references to Iraq (Victory Base) and Lebanon1 source · conf 52

Report claims Russia may transfer fiber-optic FPV drones and technology to Iran

A Telegram post citing The Economist claims Russia may provide Iran with fiber-optic controlled FPV drones and related technology. It also references prior alleged use of such drones by pro-Iran groups against US assets …

deployment🇺🇦 Chasiv Yar, Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine1 source · conf 62

Ukrainian soldier recounts frontline defense in Chasiv Yar amid frequent drone activity

A Ukrainian infantryman from the 24th Mechanized Brigade describes holding a forward position in Chasiv Yar for 346 days, citing constant assaults and enemy drones restricting rotation routes. The post is a personal comb…

deployment🇺🇦 From Sumy Oblast (past Romny) toward Poltava Oblast, Ukraine1 source · conf 72

UAV reported moving from Sumy region past Romny toward Poltava region

A Ukrainian Air Force Telegram post reports a UAV traveling from Sumy Oblast, passing near Romny, toward Poltava Oblast. No impact, damage, or casualties are mentioned.

deployment🇺🇦 north of Chernihiv Oblast, Ukraine1 source · conf 72

Enemy UAVs reported in northern Chernihiv region

A Ukrainian Air Force Telegram post reports hostile UAVs operating in the north of Chernihiv Oblast. No strike, damage, or casualties are mentioned.

deployment🇺🇦 toward Kharkiv, Ukraine1 source · conf 68

Ukrainian Air Force reports UAV heading toward Kharkiv

A Ukrainian Air Force Telegram channel reported an unmanned aerial vehicle moving in the direction of Kharkiv. No impact, damage, or casualties were reported in the post.