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 mass overnight UAV attacks across Russia and drone strikes in Donetsk region on 16 May 2026
A Russian milblog summary claims 138 Ukrainian UAVs were shot down over multiple Russian regions overnight, with attempted strikes including the Azot plant near Nevinnomyssk and disruptions near the Crimean Bridge. It al…
Drone unit "Black Swan" posts footage of strike on soldier on Zaporizhzhia front
A Telegram post claims to show drone-operator footage from the "Black Swan" strike UAV unit of Ukraine's 225th Separate Assault Regiment on the Zaporizhzhia front. The post links to a video channel but provides no verifi…
47th Mechanized Brigade says DJI Mavic drones conduct explosive drops on Russian positions
A Telegram post claims crews of the 3rd Mechanized Battalion, 47th Separate Mechanized Brigade use DJI Mavic drones to drop explosives on Russian troops/positions and to conduct reconnaissance and artillery spotting. No …
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Ukrainian unit claims coordinated attack on enemy hiding position, solicits donations for drones
A Ukrainian Telegram post describes a coordinated action against an enemy who tried to hide, implying a successful strike. The post also includes fundraising links for drones and components and recruitment information.
Ukrainian drone footage shows alleged killing of surrendering Russian soldiers
A Telegram post claims two Russian soldiers attempted to surrender and were being guided by a Ukrainian drone toward Ukrainian positions. The post alleges Russian command ordered them killed, with the incident shown via …
Telegram post claims UAV debris is reaching Moscow
A Telegram channel asserts that UAV debris is making its way to Moscow, implying ongoing drone attacks. No specific date, exact location details, or damage/casualty information is provided in the post.
Drone strike hits central Kharkiv, damaging metro exits and transport stops
A UAV strike reportedly hit the central part of Kharkiv in the Shevchenkivskyi district, according to Mayor Ihor Terekhov. The post says three metro exits, three surface-transport stops, contact lines, an educational bui…
Ukraine intelligence claims long-range strikes hit Russian aircraft, air defenses, ships and oil targets
A Ukrainian Defence Intelligence (HUR) post claims ongoing long-range operations over the past week struck multiple Russian targets, including a Be-200 amphibious aircraft, a Ka-27 helicopter, air-defense systems, a carg…
Ukraine reports Russian drone attack with 294 UAVs; 269 shot down or suppressed
Ukraine's Air Force reported that Russia launched 294 attack UAVs overnight 15–16 May, including Shahed-type drones and decoys. As of 09:00, 269 were reported shot down or suppressed, with 20 impacts across 15 locations …
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Ukraine reports Russian mass drone attack overnight 15–16 May; 269 UAVs shot down or suppressed
Ukraine's General Staff reported that Russia attacked with 294 strike UAVs (including Shahed-type and decoys) overnight 15–16 May. Ukraine claims 269 were shot down or suppressed, with 20 impacts across 15 locations and …