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.
Aselsan outlines networked autonomous warfare concepts and unveils unmanned naval strike systems at SAHA Expo 2026
At SAHA Expo 2026 in Istanbul, Aselsan presented a future-warfare vision emphasizing autonomous systems, swarming concepts, and integrated strike networks. The company showcased the Tufan unmanned surface vehicle and the…
U.S. and Ukraine draft memorandum for defense deal including joint drone manufacturing
Sources say the U.S. and Ukraine drafted a memorandum as a first step toward a new defense agreement. The draft would allow Ukraine to export military technology to the U.S. and to manufacture drones via joint ventures w…
Report claims combat use of modified Geran-2 UAV carrying R-60M air-to-air missile
A Telegram post claims combat use was observed of a модернизированная БПЛА «Герань-2» configured to carry an R-60M air-to-air missile in a semi-recessed mount to reduce drag and radar signature. The post frames this as i…
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Ukraine bill No. 15112 criticized as risking higher costs and delays for FPV drone components imports
A Telegram post warns that Ukraine draft law No. 15112, recommended by a parliamentary tax committee, could add taxation and slow customs processing for small parcels used to source FPV drone components and other gear. T…
Ukraine discusses a “Drone Deal” agreement with Germany, Zelenskyy says
A Telegram post claims President Zelenskyy said Ukraine is discussing a “Drone Deal” agreement with Germany. No operational drone strike or incident details are provided.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine preparing to sign a Drone Deal with Canada
In an evening address summary, President Zelenskyy said Ukraine is preparing to sign a “Drone Deal” with Canada. The post also mentions discussions on countering Russian aerial bombs and preparing for new attacks, but pr…
Report claims Israel is using decoys to bait FPV drones
A social-media post claims Israel is employing decoys intended to lure or bait FPV drones. No specific incident, location, or results are provided in the post.
Russia’s Black Sea Fleet shown adding anti-drone “grill” armor to Project 21980 boat after UAV raids
A Russian milblog reports that after recent Ukrainian drone raids on Black Sea Fleet basing areas in Novorossiysk, the fleet is adapting defenses. Images purportedly show a Project 21980 (Grachonok) patrol boat fitted wi…
Ukraine discusses international "Drone Deal" agreements; four signed and first contracts being prepared
A Ukrainian official said around 20 countries are involved at various stages in a "Drone Deal" format, with four agreements already signed and initial contracts being prepared. The post frames this as an international ar…
Commentary argues mass drone warfare is reshaping Russian military doctrine needs
A Telegram post discusses the decline of Soviet-style mass armored forces and argues that widespread use of aerial, ground, and maritime drones plus digital systems is driving a new era of warfare. It frames this as a ne…