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.
WarGonzo announces livestream from FPV drone training center in Smolensk
A WarGonzo livestream is announced from the Smolensk FPV piloting training center, which trains FPV operators for combat work. The broadcast is scheduled for 10 July at 21:00 and will discuss civilian air defense and the…
Report describes heavy drone presence and counter-drone activity in Sieviersk
A RT documentary promo claims Sieviersk was saturated with drones in the air and on the ground, with a figure described as a “drone hunter” helping a film crew move safely and plan approaches to civilians for evacuation.…
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Russia presents Malutka interceptor UAV with automatic target capture for counter-drone use
A Russian source reports the presentation of the Malutka interceptor UAV featuring automatic target acquisition, intended to destroy Ukrainian drones at ranges up to 1 km. The post describes a capability reveal rather th…
FPV drone operators reportedly strike Roshel Senator armored vehicle
A Telegram post claims FPV-drone operators hit a Canadian-made Roshel Senator armored vehicle that was hiding in a forest belt. No location, date of the strike, or casualty details are provided.
Russian Northern Fleet troops train to use AI-enabled interceptor drone "Yolka"
The post says Northern Fleet servicemen are receiving ongoing theoretical and practical training on using the AI-enabled interceptor drone "Yolka". The drone is described as intended to engage multirotor and fixed-wing U…
Report claims Ukrainian soldiers fled from Russian drones in Kostiantynivka area
A Telegram post claims Russian forces used drones to pursue retreating Ukrainian soldiers, who then hid in a basement where assault troops allegedly killed one and captured another. The account is presented as footage fr…
Rybar video recap claims Ukraine expanding use of “biodrones” and conventional strike means
A Rybar daily video recap claims the FSB thwarted a Ukrainian special services operation targeting senior military personnel and an airfield, and warns of an ongoing threat including “biodrones” and other strike means. T…
Rybar digest cites continued strikes on Ukrainian gas stations and an FSB-foiled UAV terror plot
A Rybar Telegram digest for 10 July claims a continuing campaign of strikes on Ukrainian gas stations, saying the number of hits in a week nearly exceeded all of June. It also references an FSB statement about preventing…
Report describes intensive drone warfare and FPV strikes around Dobropillia direction
A Russian milblogger reports heavy fighting near Dobropillia with extensive use of UAVs by both sides, including FPV attacks, drone drops, and ambush/loitering drones along routes. The post describes “drone duels” target…
Report cites heavy drone presence affecting ground fighting near Kostiantynivka and Chasiv Yar
A Russian milblogger report on fighting around Kostiantynivka describes persistent enemy drone surveillance and the presence of UAV operators, calling for suppression of drones and increased electronic warfare. No specif…