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.
AUKUS announces joint development of payloads for uncrewed undersea vehicles under Pillar II
AUKUS defence ministers announced a Pillar II signature project to develop payloads and enabling systems for partners’ uncrewed undersea vehicles, with delivery starting in 2027. The announcement was made alongside broad…
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Russia discusses delegating counter-drone powers to private security and creates a regional anti-UAV ministry
A Russian milblogger claims Russia has legislatively delegated some counter-UAV responsibilities to private security companies and bank security units, including potential access to heavy weapons. The post also says Nizh…
Ukraine expands experimental private air-defense program integrated into national air-defense network
A Telegram post describes Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense launching an experimental system allowing private companies and security firms to participate in air-defense under Air Force control, including use of remotely oper…
Report claims Russian forces plan camouflage tactics to mislead AI-guided Ukrainian drones on Crimea land corridor
A Telegram post claims Russian forces intend to reopen the land corridor to Crimea while using deceptive camouflage (e.g., zebra patterns) to confuse AI-guided Ukrainian drones. The post references prior similar deceptio…
AUKUS partners sign agreement on underwater drones and adjust submarine acquisition plan
The AUKUS partners signed an agreement related to underwater drones and moved to accelerate elements of their submarine plan. The report says Australia will forgo purchasing a new-build Virginia-class submarine and inste…
US, UK and Australia to develop underwater drone technology under Aukus
The US, UK and Australia announced development of underwater drone technology under the Aukus pact. The effort is aimed at protecting undersea cables and strengthening naval defence capabilities.
Report claims Ukraine approved expanded UAV mining of roads inside Russia
A Telegram post claims Ukrainian command has decided in recent weeks to expand the use of UAVs to lay mines on roads in Russia, including border and near-rear routes. It lists specific highways in Belgorod, Kursk and Vor…
IDF chief says drone threat will be overcome; solutions being developed and launch squads pursued
In remarks during a visit to IDF positions in the Mount Dov area, the IDF Chief of Staff said the drone threat is a challenge but that operational and technological solutions are being developed and implemented. He also …
Russian milblog proposes sustained Geran and glide-bomb strikes on Dnipro bridges in Zaporizhzhia and Dnipro
A Rybar post argues for "mirror measures" against Ukrainian logistics by regularly striking bridges over the Dnipro River, especially in Zaporizhzhia and also in Dnipro (Dnipropetrovsk). It suggests using Geran drones (i…
Ukraine reforms “Zakhyst Ukrainy” school course to include drone-use training with Azov instructors
Ukraine’s Ministry of Education and Science, together with Azov units, announced a reform of the “Zakhyst Ukrainy” course. The updated program includes monthly practical/theoretical sessions for students and training for…