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.

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strike2026-05-161 source · conf 72

US-Nigerian operation in Metele, Nigeria killed ISIS deputy; follow-on strikes reported

The article describes a joint U.S.-Nigerian raid and subsequent airstrikes on an ISIS enclave in Metele, Borno State, Nigeria, killing ISIS leader Abu-Bilal al-Minuki and other militants. AFRICOM said the target had been…

strike2026-05-18🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia1 source · conf 55

Drone alert issued for Moscow amid reports of many drones approaching the city

A social-media post reports a drone alert for Moscow and claims a large number of drones were recorded flying toward the Russian capital, suggesting a possible saturation strike. No impacts, damage, or casualties are con…

strike2026-05-18🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia1 source · conf 45

Report claims no drone alerts in Moscow two days after Ukraine's largest strike

A social-media post claims there were no drone alerts in Moscow two days after what it describes as Ukraine's largest drone strike, suggesting an escalation of long-range attacks into Russia. The post provides no specifi…

strike2026-05-181 source · conf 35

Post mentions a Russia drone attack amid broader regional updates

A social-media post lists multiple headlines and includes a brief mention of a "Russia drone attack" without details on location, timing, targets, or damage. No specific drone type or verified incident information is pro…

strike2026-05-18🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates (nuclear power plant; unspecified)1 source · conf 35

Social media post claims drone strike on a nuclear power plant in the UAE

A social media post alleges a drone strike on a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates and claims the drone came from the west. The post provides no verifiable details in the text beyond the claim and a link.

strike2026-05-18🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia1 source · conf 62

Ukraine launches major drone attack on Moscow, killing 3 and wounding 16

A post reports that Ukraine carried out its biggest drone attack of the war against Moscow, killing 3 people and wounding 16. It notes Russian TV networks reportedly gave the incident limited coverage.

strike2026-05-18🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates (nuclear power plant; specific site not stated)1 source · conf 45

UN stresses protection of nuclear sites after reported drone strike on UAE nuclear plant

A post claims a drone strike targeted a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates, prompting the UN to emphasize protection of nuclear facilities. The post provides no details on damage, casualties, or the specific…

strike2026-05-181 source · conf 62

Hezbollah video claims FPV drone strike on IDF Humvee in Tair Harfa

A social media post says Hezbollah released video footage of an FPV drone strike targeting an Israeli IDF Humvee in the village of Tair Harfa, described as south-east of Al-Bayyadtha near the border area.

strike2026-05-18🇺🇦 Port of Odesa, Ukraine1 source · conf 55

Odesa port reported hit in overnight drone attack involving Geran drones

A social media post claims the port of Odesa was targeted in a large drone attack involving Geran drones. The post also alleges an Iskander strike on the Yuzhmash plant in Dnipro and disputes reports of civilian casualti…

strike2026-05-181 source · conf 45

Post claims Russian soldier feigned death to avoid a Ukrainian drone strike

A social-media post describes a Russian soldier pretending to be dead to avoid being targeted by a drone strike. The post links to a video but provides no verifiable location, date, or outcome details.