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.
Lockheed Martin tested NetSense 5G-based drone detection system in Miami
Lockheed Martin tested its NetSense system that detects and tracks drones using standard 5G network signal changes. During a trial in Miami, the system detected a flying drone, determined its route, and tracked it until …
US Navy summer exercises feature unmanned boats for surveying and striking targets
A Breaking Defense report says the US Navy showcased unmanned boats used to survey and strike targets during two summer naval exercises. The article also describes a B-2 bomber firing a precision-guided anti-ship cruise …
Pentagon counter-drone task force plans directed-energy prototype “shoot-off”
The Pentagon’s counter-drone task force JIATF-401 is preparing a competitive “shoot-off” to evaluate directed-energy prototypes for counter-UAS use. A successful demonstration could lead to a purchase order and initiatio…
HUR unit “Artan” promotes youth training program including FPV drone use
A post about HUR MO Ukraine special unit “Artan” highlights a nationwide youth military-patriotic training program “Zvytyaha,” stating participants are taught to use FPV drones and ground robotic systems. No specific dro…
NATO Saber Junction 26 exercise in Bavaria to include drone use and air assault episodes
A NATO-linked exercise, Saber Junction 26, is scheduled in Bavaria from 13 August to 11 September with about 1,000 troops, vehicles, aircraft and helicopters. The program reportedly includes the use of unmanned aerial ve…
Saber Junction 26 exercise in Bavaria to include UAV use and multi-domain operations
A Telegram post reports that the US Army will conduct the Saber Junction 26 exercise in Bavaria from 13 August to 11 September, involving about 1,000 troops, vehicles, aircraft and helicopters. The program is said to inc…
DARPA Lift Challenge ends with AVIDrone Katana heavy-lift drone achieving 3.84:1 payload-to-weight ratio
DARPA concluded its Lift Challenge, where AVIDrone's Katana heavy-lift electric helicopter drone carried a 112.4-pound payload over about five nautical miles, achieving a 3.84:1 payload-to-weight ratio. No team reached t…
Russian milbloggers discuss Arena-M active protection test claiming seven drones shot down
A Telegram post cites Rybar claiming tests of the Arena-M active protection system were successful, allegedly downing seven drones. The author argues such systems could reduce losses from FPV drones against frontline log…
Ulchi Freedom Shield 2026 exercise in South Korea includes training for drone threats
The article discusses the Ulchi Freedom Shield military exercise in South Korea, which began on Aug. 17, 2026 and is scheduled to run through Aug. 27. It notes the drills were designed to reflect evolving threats from No…
Russia's Far East to test drones and unmanned trucks for trade with China
Reuters reports that Russia's Far East plans tests involving drones and unmanned trucks intended to support trade with China. The item describes planned trials rather than a combat strike or incident.