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.
Report claims Ukraine approved expanded UAV mining of roads inside Russia
A Telegram post claims Ukrainian command has decided in recent weeks to expand the use of UAVs to lay mines on roads in Russia, including border and near-rear routes. It lists specific highways in Belgorod, Kursk and Vor…
IDF chief says drone threat will be overcome; solutions being developed and launch squads pursued
In remarks during a visit to IDF positions in the Mount Dov area, the IDF Chief of Staff said the drone threat is a challenge but that operational and technological solutions are being developed and implemented. He also …
Russian milblog proposes sustained Geran and glide-bomb strikes on Dnipro bridges in Zaporizhzhia and Dnipro
A Rybar post argues for "mirror measures" against Ukrainian logistics by regularly striking bridges over the Dnipro River, especially in Zaporizhzhia and also in Dnipro (Dnipropetrovsk). It suggests using Geran drones (i…
Ukraine reforms “Zakhyst Ukrainy” school course to include drone-use training with Azov instructors
Ukraine’s Ministry of Education and Science, together with Azov units, announced a reform of the “Zakhyst Ukrainy” course. The updated program includes monthly practical/theoretical sessions for students and training for…
Russian official warns Europe to expect more drone incidents after Romania episode
A Russian official warned European countries to brace for additional drone-related incidents, referencing a prior episode involving Romania. The report frames the warning as a political/security signal rather than descri…
Russia introduces mechanism for private firms to fund procurement of anti-UAV weapons for assigned military units
A Russian report says a new mechanism allows private companies to purchase heavy-caliber weapons and equipment intended to counter UAV attacks, including anti-aircraft guns, turrets, special vehicles, and radar. The weap…
IDF spokesperson says IDF is developing responses to Hezbollah drone threat
An IDF spokesperson statement says the military is continuously formulating responses to the drone threat, focusing on detection, interception, and protection of soldiers. The remarks also reference ongoing IDF strikes i…
Russian defense minister inspects 'West' group and orders increased effectiveness of strike UAV use
Russia's defense minister Andrey Belousov visited the command post of the 'West' troop grouping and discussed current frontline conditions. The post says he tasked forces with increasing the effectiveness of strike UAV e…
Ukraine says it is scaling interceptor drones and small air defense to counter Russian missiles
A Ukrainian official statement says Ukraine is increasing interception rates, scaling “small” air defense, and deploying interceptor drones while adapting to new types of Russian missiles and tactics. It also notes balli…
Hezbollah adopts fibre-optic drones as primary weapon against Israel, report says
The report says Hezbollah has made fibre-optic drones a primary weapon used against Israeli soldiers and civilians, drawing lessons from the Ukraine war. It describes a shift in tactics and increased reliance on this dro…