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.
Ukraine’s HUR describes long-range strike drone operations and new drones “Liutyi” and jet drone “Peklo”
A HUR (Ukraine Defence Intelligence) post describes the evolution and tactics of its deep-strike drone unit, including use of decoy drones and launching large numbers of long-range UAVs. It mentions the “Liutyi” drone an…
Drones: AN-196 Liutyi
Royal New Zealand Navy fleet renewal plan includes expanded focus on uncrewed maritime systems
The Royal New Zealand Navy outlined a long-term fleet renewal programme that includes expanding development and integration of uncrewed maritime systems alongside crewed ships. The plan emphasizes increased commonality, …
AUKUS to develop unmanned underwater vehicles to patrol and protect subsea infrastructure
A post reports that the US, UK and Australia are launching an AUKUS project to develop unmanned underwater vehicles for patrolling, tracking activity and protecting critical undersea infrastructure such as internet cable…
Ukraine intel says Russia plans to produce over 100,000 Shahed-type drones in 2026
A Ukrainian military intelligence representative said Russia plans to manufacture more than 100,000 Shahed/Geran/Gerbera-type drones in 2026, compared with an order of 12,000 UAVs in 2024. The statement frames Ukrainian …
Ukraine discusses direct brigade financing for procurement of drones and other frontline support measures
A Ukrainian General Staff post describes a high-level meeting reviewing implementation of decisions including direct financing for combat brigades to purchase needed items, primarily drones. The post frames this as part …
Russian trucks reportedly painted with dazzle camouflage to confuse AI-enabled Ukrainian drones
The article reports images of Russian Ural and KAMAZ trucks painted in high-contrast 'dazzle' patterns intended to degrade image-matching and AI-assisted drone targeting. It frames the paint schemes as an improvised coun…
Source says Russia can conduct mass missile-drone strikes every 5–10 days
A source cited by RBC-Ukraine claims Russia has the resources to carry out large-scale missile-and-drone strikes on average every 5–10 days, accounting for reconnaissance and target analysis. The post warns Kyiv to prepa…
US Marines test MADIS counter-UAS system on the Philippines as US adapts air defense against drones
The post says the US is adapting its approach to countering drone raids, citing a test of the Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS) by US Marines in the Philippines. It discusses using cheaper gun-based and EW sol…
Russian pro-war channel argues for decentralized procurement of FPV drones to match Ukraine’s model
A Russian pro-war Telegram post discusses organizational lessons from Ukraine’s FPV-drone procurement, advocating decentralization and standardized requirements to speed delivery and adaptation. It is commentary on procu…
US Marines test MADIS counter-drone system on the Philippines as US adapts air defense approach
A Russian milblog post says the US is adapting its counter-UAV approach and cites US Marines testing the MADIS (Marine Air Defense Integrated System) on JLTV vehicles in the Philippines. The post discusses cost-effective…