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.
Russian commentator predicts Russia could reach up to 15,000 drone strikes per month by late summer
A Russian military commentator, Boris Rozhin, claimed the peak use of long-range drones for strikes has not yet been reached and predicted Russia could conduct up to 15,000 drone strikes per month by the end of summer. T…
Ukraine reports autonomous interceptor drones successfully downing Shahed drones in Kharkiv region
Ukraine’s defense ministry says a Brave1 participant developed an interceptor-drone system that automates most of the Shahed interception process, requiring the operator only to select a target and confirm. The system is…
Ukraine HUR describes FPV drone strike capability beyond 50 km using an airborne relay
Ukraine's Defence Intelligence (HUR) publicized its technical laboratory and described using an airborne relay to enable FPV drone strike operations at distances over 50 km. The post promotes a podcast episode explaining…
Polish-Ukrainian firm Molfar Defence develops tactical radar to detect low-flying drones
Molfar Defence says it is developing a new generation of tactical radar systems to detect small, low-altitude drones, including fiber-optic or wire-guided types resistant to electronic warfare. The company plans to open …
UK minister outlines expanded maritime uncrewed systems for CUI protection and potential Hormuz mission
A UK defence minister said the Royal Navy should accelerate integration of maritime uncrewed systems as part of an emerging 'hybrid' force structure, including funding for new uncrewed vessels. The remarks cite ongoing C…
Taiwan MIRDC signs agreement with Anduril on AI-enabled autonomous systems and drone components
Taiwan’s MIRDC signed an agreement with U.S. firm Anduril Industries focused on AI-based autonomous systems, production of key drone components, and integrating Taiwanese firms into Western defense supply chains. The pos…
Russian Telegram post discusses transport isolation of Crimea and mentions long-range drones
A Russian Telegram post claims the opponent is implementing a plan to isolate Crimea’s transport routes, referencing strikes on roads and infrastructure and damage to the Chonhar bridge. It notes that the opponent now ha…
Turkish Navy outlines MUGEM carrier concept including operation of UCAVs and other unmanned systems
At CNE 2026 in Farnborough, a Turkish Navy presentation on the MUGEM aircraft carrier described planned operation of multiple indigenous unmanned combat aircraft and a multi-domain concept including USV and UUV handling.…
Russia tests stationary "Citadel" anti-aircraft system variant with 100mm gun for drone targets
A Russian source reports testing a stationary variant of the "Citadel" anti-aircraft artillery system using a 100mm naval-derived A-190 gun and programmable airburst shells. The system is described as intended to engage …
Ukrainian forces receive near-real-time satellite imagery on phones to speed drone strike target verification
A report says Ukrainian military personnel are receiving satellite images directly on their phones, reducing target verification time by up to 90% and improving the effectiveness of drone strikes. The imagery is attribut…