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.
Ukrainian Air Force reports multiple UAV groups heading toward Zaporizhzhia
A Ukrainian Air Force Telegram channel reported several groups of UAVs moving in the direction of Zaporizhzhia. No impacts or casualties were reported in the post.
Airbus launches 'Team Gen 6' and outlines Eurofighter trials to collaborate with uncrewed combat aircraft
Airbus announced the 'Team Gen 6' initiative under German-Spanish leadership and discussed plans for Eurofighter trials as a 'command fighter' working with uncrewed collaborative combat aircraft. The article describes pr…
Putin says Russia is developing a satellite-based drone control system
Reuters reports that Vladimir Putin said Russia is developing a satellite-based system to control drones. The statement indicates a capability and doctrine development rather than a specific drone strike or incident.
Israeli startup unveils laser system it says can destroy drones in seconds
An Israeli startup, Esh-Tech, announced a laser-based counter-UAS system it claims can defeat drones within seconds. The company says the system is smaller, lower power, vehicle-connectable, and cheaper than comparable l…
Tiny drones featured at the Berlin Air Show
A Breaking Defense wrap-up from the final day of the Berlin Air Show highlights small drones on display. The item concerns drone presence and showcasing at an air show rather than a strike or incident.
Pentagon CTO suggests shifting funds from traditional systems to buy more low-cost autonomous drones
A Pentagon technology official said the department may trade off spending on high-end traditional weapons and systems to prioritize procurement of low-cost autonomous weapons, including drones, if budget reconciliation f…
Ukrainian drone maker Skyfall partners with Airbus on defense innovation
The Kyiv Independent reports that Ukrainian drone manufacturer Skyfall has partnered with Airbus on defense innovation. The item concerns a defense-industry collaboration related to UAV capabilities rather than a specifi…
Ukraine defense AI chief outlines AI-integrated drone warfare and unified battlefield operating system
A Ukrainian defense ministry official described plans to integrate AI into unified command-and-control networks to accelerate drone operations and battlefield decision-making. The remarks frame an anticipated shift towar…
Post claims ex–South Korean president sentenced over ordering military UAVs into Pyongyang airspace
A Telegram post claims a Seoul court sentenced former South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol to 30 years in prison for ordering military UAVs to be sent into North Korean territory/airspace near Pyongyang. The post alleges…
Post claims Ukrainian soldier in Kostiantynivka tries to flee under drones overhead
A Telegram post claims a Ukrainian serviceman is attempting to escape from ruined Kostiantynivka while drones are hovering overhead. No specific strike, damage, or casualties are described.