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.
Report says downed F-15E pilot saw a 'jellyfish-like' swarm of Iranian drones over Iran
A CNN-sourced account says a U.S. Air Force F-15E pilot reported seeing multiple Iranian drones moving together in a 'jellyfish-like' formation shortly before ejecting over Iran in April 2026. The report is attributed to…
NATO and Ukraine launch innovation challenge for persistent denial of Russian airfields using uncrewed systems
NATO bodies and Ukraine announced a private-sector innovation challenge seeking concepts to persistently deny Russian airfields, including via uncrewed aerial systems, autonomous munitions, and swarming approaches. The a…
Poland buys V-Bat UAVs from Shield AI for naval forces
Breaking Defense reports Poland is purchasing Shield AI V-Bat UAVs for its naval forces. The article notes V-Bat drones have operated in Ukraine and withstood electronic warfare that downed other UAVs.
US agencies seized more than 300 drones near World Cup sites, TSA says
Reuters reports that U.S. agencies have seized more than 300 drones near World Cup sites, according to the Transportation Security Administration. The report describes enforcement activity around event venues rather than…
Hezbollah introduces fiber-optic FPV drones in southern Lebanon, releasing footage of attack on Israeli tank
Defense News reports Hezbollah has begun using fiber-optic tethered FPV drones in southern Lebanon, describing them as resistant to jamming and a significant shift in battlefield tactics. Hezbollah released video in late…
US Army tests SWAT-FC fire control software to engage drones from moving vehicles in Maryland
The U.S. Army tested SWAT-FC fire control software that enables a vehicle-mounted CROWS weapon station to track and shoot down small drones while the vehicle is moving. The demonstration occurred in April at Aberdeen Pro…
Russian drone operators report striking Ukrainian Termit UGV with Starlink on the Krasnolyman direction
A Telegram post claims drone operators from Russia's "West" group struck a Ukrainian "Termit" ground robotic complex equipped with a Starlink satellite terminal. The incident is said to have occurred on the Krasnolyman (…
Russian 'Vostok' group claims UAV-enabled strikes disrupted Ukrainian logistics and destroyed UAV control points
A Telegram post claims Russia's 'Vostok' force group used UAVs along with artillery and aviation to disrupt Ukrainian rear-area supply routes over the past day. It reports destruction of vehicles and multiple UAV-related…
Report: Russian Lancet loitering munitions target vehicles on road between Izium and Oskil
A local official said Russian forces began striking transport on the road between Izium and Oskil using Lancet loitering munitions. The statement also mentions continued attacks on Oskil-area settlements with guided bomb…
Post claims increased Ukrainian UAV activity over Kinburn Spit and Crimea
A Telegram post alleges heightened Ukrainian UAV presence and regular drone attacks on Russian positions in Crimea and on the Kinburn Peninsula, citing FPV drones and Leleka reconnaissance UAVs. It frames this as prepara…
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