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.
Pentagon launches online marketplace to streamline acquisition of vetted counter-UAS technology
The U.S. Department of Defense launched a restricted-access online marketplace to help approved government buyers find and acquire vetted counter-drone systems. The platform, developed under JIATF 401 with contractor Kai…
US Army seeks 50mm cannon and ammunition options for counter-drone defense testing
The U.S. Army issued a sources-sought notice seeking industry input and 50mm ammunition for a counter-UAS live-fire demonstration using Northrop Grumman’s XM913 50mm chain gun. The effort aims to improve the Army’s abili…
Russian Telegram post discusses improving air defense detection and coordination against UAV threats
A Russian Telegram channel argues that Russia's large territory gives air defenses more time to detect and engage aerial threats. It proposes better horizontal coordination within air defense units and creating a layered…
Ukrainian commentator urges halt or filtering of drone strike videos to reduce operational security risks
A Ukrainian post argues that frequent publication of UAV strike videos reveals tactics and technical capabilities to Russia, enabling rapid countermeasures. It calls for an urgent policy decision to stop or heavily filte…
Ukraine adapts air defenses to intercept Russian drones more effectively and affordably
The article describes Ukraine’s evolving approach to countering Russian drones, including using Western fighter jets, dispersed air-defense teams, and modified aircraft. It focuses on tactics and force employment rather …
US Army seeks sub-$150K counter-drone interceptor compatible with Raytheon Coyote launcher
The US Army issued a request for information for a low-cost counter-drone interceptor called the Next Generation C-sUAS Missile. The missile is required to be compatible with Raytheon’s Coyote launcher, indicating a capa…
France moves to industrialize large-scale military drone production via automotive-defense partnerships
France is shifting from policy goals to industrial implementation to scale military drone production, leveraging partnerships between automakers, suppliers, and defense firms. Plans include new French production lines an…
Report claims Russia replaced commander of its unmanned forces amid command reshuffles
A Telegram post claims Russian command changes were made in the Donbas offensive sector and that the commander of Russia's unmanned (drone) forces, Yuriy Vaganov, was replaced by Lyamin. No specific drone operation, stri…
Putin appoints head of new Russian drone forces in military reshuffle
Reuters reports that President Vladimir Putin appointed a commander to lead newly created Russian drone forces as part of a broader military reshuffle. The item concerns organizational and command changes related to UAV …
China targets US firms and tightens drone export controls after FCC, Xinjiang actions
Reuters reports China is targeting U.S. firms and adjusting drone export-related measures in response to U.S. actions involving the FCC and Xinjiang. The item concerns policy/export controls rather than a specific drone …