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.
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…
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Taiwan opposition bill raises planned UAV spending and tightens localization rules
A proposed opposition-backed bill in Taiwan would increase planned UAV procurement funding and shift it to annual allocations, while allowing foreign purchases with added parliamentary reporting for expensive systems. Th…
UK announces armed forces rearmament plan emphasizing drones and autonomous systems
A reported UK defense plan modeled on Ukraine’s approach prioritizes low-cost strike-capable systems and rapid innovation cycles. The plan includes investing in drone production, unmanned air and maritime systems, and bu…
UK Defence Investment Plan preview backs drones and at least six 'hybrid' warships for unmanned systems
The UK Ministry of Defence previewed an investment plan that includes pursuing at least six 'hybrid' warships intended to operate with unmanned systems in the air and at sea. The item reflects a procurement/doctrine shif…
UK plans shift from Type 83 destroyers to hybrid vessels focused on unmanned systems
A Telegram post citing British media and the UK Ministry of Defence claims the UK will drop the Type 83 destroyer program in favor of at least six Common Combat Vessels designed to deploy and control unmanned air, surfac…
Rubikon Center channel reports publishing over 35,000 target-hit episodes
A Telegram post claims the official Rubikon Center channel has published over 35,000 episodes of enemy targets being hit, with a breakdown by target type including unmanned systems. It lists milestone dates for reaching …
US Army seeks 30–100 autonomous drone boats to support Pacific logistics and testing in Hawaii
The US Army is pursuing a fleet of 30 to 100 heavy-duty autonomous watercraft (“drone boats”) to help address a Pacific watercraft shortfall and reduce mariner manpower demands. Army leaders said they want an industry-pr…
Russian defense minister discusses expanding air defense measures against increased UAV activity
Russia's defense minister Andrey Belousov said UAV activity has increased and described efforts to strengthen air defenses, including mobile fire groups and specialized FPV interceptor drones. The post frames this as a r…
UK to build at least six Common Combat Vessels as control hubs for uncrewed maritime systems
The UK Defence Investment Plan outlines building at least six Common Combat Vessels for the Royal Navy, replacing Type 45 destroyers from the early 2030s. The ships are described as control hubs for uncrewed systems and …
Zelenskyy urges Belarus to shut down Russian-installed drone relay stations
The article reports Ukraine's demand that Belarus close drone relay stations installed by Russia, with President Zelenskyy warning Belarus to shut them down. It describes a diplomatic/security move related to drone opera…