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.
Ukraine’s commander says Russia plans to increase use of jet-powered Geran drones in attacks
A Telegram post cites Ukraine’s commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrskyi saying Russia plans to expand the use of jet-powered strike UAVs against Ukraine, potentially up to 50% of drone attacks. It mentions Geran-3 and Geran…
Drones: Geran-3 (jet-powered)
Ukrainian analyst warns Russia will increasingly use jet-powered Shahed drones and Ukraine will take countermeasures
A Ukrainian UAV specialist (Serhii “Flash” Beskrestnov) states that jet-powered “Shahed” drones will be used more and more in Russian attacks and that countermeasures will be implemented. The post does not describe a spe…
US explores industry and training changes for manned-unmanned teaming “drone wingman” concept
The article discusses anticipated industry and training hurdles as the US military increasingly integrates drones as wingmen alongside manned aircraft in combat. It focuses on future changes rather than a specific incide…
U.S. urges NATO allies to increase unmanned aircraft contributions as U.S. reduces forces in NATO crisis pool
A senior U.S. commander said European NATO allies and Canada should increase manned and unmanned aircraft and naval vessels assigned to NATO defense plans as the U.S. reduces forces allocated to the NATO Force Model. The…
Ukraine’s HUR describes long-range strike drone operations and new drones “Liutyi” and jet drone “Peklo”
A HUR (Ukraine Defence Intelligence) post describes the evolution and tactics of its deep-strike drone unit, including use of decoy drones and launching large numbers of long-range UAVs. It mentions the “Liutyi” drone an…
Drones: AN-196 Liutyi
Royal New Zealand Navy fleet renewal plan includes expanded focus on uncrewed maritime systems
The Royal New Zealand Navy outlined a long-term fleet renewal programme that includes expanding development and integration of uncrewed maritime systems alongside crewed ships. The plan emphasizes increased commonality, …
AUKUS to develop unmanned underwater vehicles to patrol and protect subsea infrastructure
A post reports that the US, UK and Australia are launching an AUKUS project to develop unmanned underwater vehicles for patrolling, tracking activity and protecting critical undersea infrastructure such as internet cable…
Ukraine intel says Russia plans to produce over 100,000 Shahed-type drones in 2026
A Ukrainian military intelligence representative said Russia plans to manufacture more than 100,000 Shahed/Geran/Gerbera-type drones in 2026, compared with an order of 12,000 UAVs in 2024. The statement frames Ukrainian …
Ukraine discusses direct brigade financing for procurement of drones and other frontline support measures
A Ukrainian General Staff post describes a high-level meeting reviewing implementation of decisions including direct financing for combat brigades to purchase needed items, primarily drones. The post frames this as part …
Russian trucks reportedly painted with dazzle camouflage to confuse AI-enabled Ukrainian drones
The article reports images of Russian Ural and KAMAZ trucks painted in high-contrast 'dazzle' patterns intended to degrade image-matching and AI-assisted drone targeting. It frames the paint schemes as an improvised coun…