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.
Russian MoD claims Lancet loitering munitions struck Ukrainian armor and ammo depots in Kharkiv region
A Telegram post citing Russia's Ministry of Defense says ZALA Z-16 reconnaissance UAVs detected Ukrainian military equipment concentrations, after which Lancet loitering munitions conducted strikes. The claimed targets w…
Russian 144th Motor Rifle Division drone operators strike targets on the Krasnolyman direction
A Telegram post claims drone operators from Russia's 144th Motor Rifle Division conducted strikes against enemy personnel, equipment, an unmanned ground vehicle (UGV), and an electronic warfare station on the Krasnolyman…
Rostec presents automated drone-interceptor system for coastal and maritime area protection
Rostec’s Shvabe holding presented a system at the “Fleet” international naval salon that detects hostile UAVs and guides interceptor drones to engage them. The system includes a ground optoelectronic station, interceptor…
Air defenses reportedly repel large drone attack on Luhansk amid power outages
A Telegram post reports power outages in Luhansk as air defenses repel a large drone attack, with electricity supply later being restored. It also claims Russian forces continue strikes in Zaporizhzhia, Sumy, and Kharkiv…
WarGonzo claims 58th Army drones strike Ukrainian forces as activity increases
A WarGonzo post claims drones of Russia's 58th Army are operating continuously, allegedly locating caches and striking equipment and Ukrainian infantry. The post also claims opposing activity on the unspecified direction…
Drone attack hits passenger bus in Voznesenovka, Belgorod Oblast; 1 killed, 11 wounded
A drone reportedly attacked a passenger bus in the village of Voznesenovka in Russia's Belgorod Oblast, killing one person and injuring 11. The same source also claims a separate strike in Bryansk Oblast killed two civil…
U.S. Navy showcases BQM-34 unmanned target with ramjet-like missile at China Lake during Pacific Fleet chief visit
During Adm. Steve Koehler’s visit to Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake, a BQM-34 unmanned aerial target was displayed carrying a ramjet-like missile of unclear purpose. The article links this to prior Fire Bee drone r…
Saronic and Castelion plan 2027 demo of hypersonic launch from unmanned surface vessel
Saronic and Castelion announced plans to integrate Castelion’s Blackbeard hypersonic vehicle with Saronic’s Marauder medium unmanned surface vessel for an at-sea launch demonstration targeted for 2027. The article also n…
France DGA issues RFI for collaborative combat UAV system with carrier-capable requirements
France's defense procurement agency (DGA) published an RFI to explore a future Collaborative Combat UAV (CCA) system, including questions indicating potential aircraft-carrier launch and recovery compatibility. The RFI a…
Report cites heavy drone presence affecting fighting around Kostiantynivka
A Russian milblogger claims Russian forces advanced in and around Kostiantynivka while noting that control in parts of the city is hindered by a large number of Ukrainian drones. The post says drone operators work from a…