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.
U.S. Coast Guard seeks technology to detect and defeat uncrewed underwater vehicles
The U.S. Coast Guard issued a request for solutions seeking technologies to detect, track, and defeat uncrewed underwater vehicles threatening ports and maritime facilities. The article cites prior UUV attack examples in…
Drones: Sea Baby
US export status change for UAE expected to ease access to drone and AI-related defense technology
A reported US export status change for the United Arab Emirates is expected to shorten procurement timelines and ease sustainment, facilitating closer cooperation with US defense firms. The change is described as likely …
Estonian town applies protective film to school windows over military drone threat
A town in Estonia is wrapping school windows with protective film as a precaution against potential damage from military drones. The measure is intended to improve child safety in case of drone-related incidents.
Zaluzhnyi says Ukraine’s UAV, EW and AI experience should shape NATO defense tech development
A statement attributed to Valerii Zaluzhnyi at the UK-Ukraine Industrial Cooperation discussion during the Farnborough International Airshow 2026 highlights Ukraine’s experience with UAVs, electronic warfare, autonomous …
Ukraine HUR Ferrata unit describes integrated maritime drone systems and swarm operations
Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence (HUR) Ferrata unit described using maritime drones as platforms for FPV drones, interceptors and electronic warfare, including coordinated group operations. The post frames this as an evolu…
Post discusses scaling strikes on Nova Poshta hubs and limits of Geran UAVs, proposing cheaper ground-launched cruise missile
A Telegram post argues for scaling strikes on Nova Poshta logistics hubs in Ukraine and says achieving required salvo density is difficult using Geran UAVs alone. It proposes developing a cheaper, lighter ground-launched…
Russian troops report revamped training program focused on countering UAV threats from June 1
A Telegram post describes changes to troop training emphasizing counter-UAV tactics against copter- and fixed-wing drones, stating the program was restructured from June 1. It frames this as adapting training to real bat…
Russia bans night vessel movements at Novorossiysk port citing Ukrainian drone attacks, sources say
Reuters cited three grain-industry sources saying Russia temporarily banned vessel entry/exit at Novorossiysk port from 00:00 to 05:00 due to Ukrainian drone attacks. The restriction was reportedly communicated orally an…
Babcock, ACUA and Frankenburg sign MOU on maritime counter-drone air defence using uncrewed vessels
Babcock signed an MOU at the Farnborough International Air Show with ACUA Ocean Technologies and Frankenburg Technologies to develop integrated maritime counter-UAS air defence solutions. The concept combines Babcock lau…
Report claims Ukraine’s “Lyutyi” drone was armed with four air-to-surface missiles
A Telegram post claims the Ukrainian side reported that the “Lyutyi” drone has been equipped with four air-to-surface missiles, allegedly with up to 200 km range and speeds up to 500 km/h. The missile type and manufactur…