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.
UK defence investment plan allocates £5 billion for drones and autonomous weapons
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a multi-year defence investment plan that includes £5 billion for drones and autonomous weapons as part of modernizing the armed forces. The plan is framed as preparing Britain fo…
Report describes emergence of drone-interceptor systems in Russia and Ukraine
The post discusses the development and growing use of specialized drone-interceptors to counter UAV attacks, citing Ukrainian and Russian efforts. It mentions early FPV ramming tactics and references the Ukrainian Wild H…
Drones: Sting FPV interceptor
Japan deepens cooperation with Ukraine to develop and produce drones, SCMP reports
A report says Japan is expanding cooperation with Ukraine to develop and manufacture its own UAVs, including maritime drones, amid perceived threats from China and Russia. The planned "Japan-Ukraine drone cluster" would …
Poland halts additional MiG-29 transfers to Ukraine amid dispute over drone technology sharing
Poland’s defense minister said Warsaw will not transfer additional MiG-29 fighters to Ukraine, citing Ukraine’s alleged refusal to share drone production know-how as part of an exchange. The report frames this as a shift…
UK announces £5B+ drone-focused Defence Investment Plan and shift toward hybrid, uncrewed-enabled force structure
The UK government unveiled a Defence Investment Plan allocating more than £5 billion over four years for drones and autonomous systems, aiming to restructure the Royal Navy, Army, and RAF around uncrewed capabilities. Th…
Drones: RQ-20 Puma / Puma 3 AE · Boeing MQ-28 Ghost Bat · Thales Watchkeeper WK450
UK Defence Investment Plan emphasizes autonomous systems and a planned “hybrid navy”
The UK’s Defence Investment Plan highlights a push to acquire and field autonomous systems, backed by a £5 billion investment. The plan includes intentions to develop a “hybrid navy,” indicating a doctrinal and procureme…
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…
Drones: Switchblade 600 · AeroVironment Switchblade 300
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…