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.
Rybar describes layered defenses used to destroy Ukrainian sea drones in the Black Sea
A Russian milblog post claims Ukrainian unmanned surface vessels are being destroyed in the Black Sea using a layered “kill zone” approach: reconnaissance and strike UAVs at range, ATGMs within 10 km, and small-arms/cann…
Russian milblog discusses UAV-based laser designation to improve accuracy of glide bombs against bridges
A Russian milblog post discusses using UAV-mounted laser target designation to guide glide bombs (UMPK/UMPB) more precisely against targets such as bridge supports. It cites the Krasnopol guided shell concept and mention…
Drones: Orlan-30
UK defense investment plan includes over £5bn for drones alongside nuclear and fighter programs
A Telegram post claims UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer approved a £15bn defense investment plan funded by reallocating money from other projects. The package reportedly includes over £5bn earmarked for drones, plus spendi…
UK defence investment plan allocates £5 billion for drones and autonomous weapons
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a multi-year defence investment plan that includes £5 billion for drones and autonomous weapons as part of modernizing the armed forces. The plan is framed as preparing Britain fo…
Report describes emergence of drone-interceptor systems in Russia and Ukraine
The post discusses the development and growing use of specialized drone-interceptors to counter UAV attacks, citing Ukrainian and Russian efforts. It mentions early FPV ramming tactics and references the Ukrainian Wild H…
Drones: Sting FPV interceptor
Japan deepens cooperation with Ukraine to develop and produce drones, SCMP reports
A report says Japan is expanding cooperation with Ukraine to develop and manufacture its own UAVs, including maritime drones, amid perceived threats from China and Russia. The planned "Japan-Ukraine drone cluster" would …
Poland halts additional MiG-29 transfers to Ukraine amid dispute over drone technology sharing
Poland’s defense minister said Warsaw will not transfer additional MiG-29 fighters to Ukraine, citing Ukraine’s alleged refusal to share drone production know-how as part of an exchange. The report frames this as a shift…
UK announces £5B+ drone-focused Defence Investment Plan and shift toward hybrid, uncrewed-enabled force structure
The UK government unveiled a Defence Investment Plan allocating more than £5 billion over four years for drones and autonomous systems, aiming to restructure the Royal Navy, Army, and RAF around uncrewed capabilities. Th…
Drones: RQ-20 Puma / Puma 3 AE · Boeing MQ-28 Ghost Bat · Thales Watchkeeper WK450
UK Defence Investment Plan emphasizes autonomous systems and a planned “hybrid navy”
The UK’s Defence Investment Plan highlights a push to acquire and field autonomous systems, backed by a £5 billion investment. The plan includes intentions to develop a “hybrid navy,” indicating a doctrinal and procureme…
SOCOM issues RFI for air-launched long-range loitering munition
U.S. Special Operations Command released a June 26 Request for Information seeking an air-launched loitering munition with at least 75 nautical miles range and 40 minutes loiter time. The effort includes a planned demons…
Drones: Switchblade 600 · AeroVironment Switchblade 300