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.
Russia restricts mobile internet in Moscow citing drone security concerns
Russia began rolling mobile internet shutdowns in Moscow and other cities, citing security concerns related to drones. The measure appears aimed at reducing risks from potential drone activity by limiting connectivity.
Russia cancels Victory Day celebrations in Crimea citing safety concerns amid reported Ukrainian drone strikes
Russian-installed authorities reportedly canceled Victory Day celebrations in Crimea, citing safety concerns. The decision was linked in reporting to ongoing or recent Ukrainian drone strikes affecting the peninsula.
European Commission announces EU-Ukraine Drone Alliance for joint military UAV production
The European Commission announced the launch of the EU-Ukraine Drone Alliance to develop joint production and adoption of military drones, with applications open and a full launch expected in coming months. The post also…
Report says Ukraine seeks Taiwan supply chain to reduce reliance on Chinese drone components
A post citing The Guardian claims Ukrainian drone producers are increasing procurement from Taiwan due to fears of tighter Chinese export controls. It describes routing components via Poland and Czechia and Taiwanese fir…
FPV drones reportedly expand strikes to rear evacuation roads, changing casualty evacuation practices
A post claims FPV drones are now striking rear-area roads previously considered safer for evacuations, forcing changes in casualty evacuation and medical treatment practices. It describes wounded soldiers being transport…
Interview discusses Ukraine’s drone-centric strategy, deep strikes and expanding “drone line” concept
A Telegram post summarizes an interview with Ukrainian commander “Madyar” describing a drone-focused approach to attrition, deep strikes up to 1,500–2,000 km, and prioritizing suppression of air defenses. It frames this …
Ukraine discusses expanding long-range strikes and advancing an EU “Drone Deal” cooperation plan
A Ukrainian official statement reports on defensive actions and Ukrainian long-range strikes over the past day, citing “good results,” and says work is underway on a strategic “Drone Deal” with the European Union. Offici…
Roketsan unveils Neşter bladed precision munition derived from MAM-L at SAHA 2026 in Istanbul
Turkey’s Roketsan unveiled the Neşter, a bladed, non-explosive precision-guided munition derived from the MAM-L and intended for highly precise, low-collateral targeted strikes. The article notes MAM-L’s common integrati…
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Ukraine moves toward lifting weapons export ban, with foreign interest in unmanned systems
Ukraine’s president said the government is working on regulatory steps to launch arms exports, with foreign militaries interested in Ukrainian unmanned systems and anti-drone technologies. Officials cited 2026 as a reali…
US Army forms OPFOR unit in Germany to train troops for drone and electronic warfare
The US Army introduced a new company in Germany to act as an opposing force at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center in Hohenfels, focusing on drone and electronic warfare training. The unit uses drones such as the Ne…