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.
MQ-25A Stingray demonstrator drone spotted on USS Nimitz during FLEETEX 250 activities
The article reports that Boeing’s MQ-25A Stingray demonstrator drone (T-1) was observed on the flight deck of USS Nimitz during the period of the FLEETEX 250 exercise. The broader piece is a weekly U.S. aircraft carrier …
US military demand grows for Smart Shooter kinetic counter-drone solutions, executive says
An executive from Israel’s Smart Shooter said the evolving threat from small drones is driving increased demand across the US military for kinetic counter-UAS solutions. The piece discusses procurement/fielding interest …
JetBlue flight reportedly struck a drone while approaching JFK Airport, FAA says
Reuters reports the FAA said a JetBlue flight hit a drone while on approach to John F. Kennedy International Airport. The incident involves a civilian aircraft and an unmanned aerial vehicle near a major U.S. airport.
Romania reports drone explosion in Constanța and drone strike in Galați amid air-defense purchase
The article notes recent drone-related incidents in Romania: a drone reportedly exploded in the port city of Constanța in early June, and about a week earlier a Russian drone hit a residential building in Galați near the…
US Army seeks 30–100 autonomous drone boats to support Pacific logistics and testing in Hawaii
The US Army is pursuing a fleet of 30 to 100 heavy-duty autonomous watercraft (“drone boats”) to help address a Pacific watercraft shortfall and reduce mariner manpower demands. Army leaders said they want an industry-pr…
Poland’s new A26 submarines planned to deploy drone swarms, officials say
Poland signed a contract with Saab to buy three A26-type submarines, with officials stating the boats will be able to deploy swarms of drones controlled from aboard the submarine to help protect Baltic Sea infrastructure…
Rescuers in Venezuela use drones to search for earthquake survivors
The article describes rescue teams in Venezuela using drones, dogs and sound detectors to locate survivors in earthquake rubble. The drones are part of the search-and-rescue response rather than a military action.
Post claims increased Ukrainian drone pressure on air defenses in Crimea and southern regions
A Telegram post discusses ongoing hostilities and alleges that Ukraine has accumulated drones and is overwhelming Russian air defenses in Crimea and southern regions. It mentions high interception rates and argues that g…
Russian defense minister discusses expanding air defense measures against increased UAV activity
Russia's defense minister Andrey Belousov said UAV activity has increased and described efforts to strengthen air defenses, including mobile fire groups and specialized FPV interceptor drones. The post frames this as a r…
Russian 'Vostok' group claims destruction of 38 UAVs and 33 drone control points over past day
A Telegram post about the 'Vostok' force grouping reports ongoing combat operations and claims that over the past day its forces destroyed 38 UAVs and 33 UAV control points with antennas, along with other equipment. The …