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citizen.co.zaworld1 day ago
Ukrainian drones strike targets in western Russia and Crimea
A large-scale Ukrainian drone attack is underway against multiple sites in western Russia, including areas near Moscow and Russian-occupied Crimea. Russian air defenses have been activated in response.
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news.sky.compolitics2 days ago
Royal Navy Tests Nyan One Way Effector Drone Launch from Ship
The Royal Navy launched a pre-programmed Nyan One Way Effector drone from the XV Patrick Blackett off England's south coast. GB News reported the trial involved joint Army and Navy personnel as part of the Defence Investment Plan.
forbes.comworld2 days agoUpdated
Ukraine Destroys Road and Rail Bridges Supplying Russian Forces in Crimea
Ukrainian drones and missiles have destroyed multiple road and rail bridges used by Russian forces in occupied Crimea and nearby areas. The strikes mark a shift in Ukraine's long-range attack capability and have disrupted Russian supply lines.
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AP Newsworld3 days ago
Study Links Drone Incursions at European Bases to Russian Intelligence
A new assessment concludes that recent drone flights over several Royal Air Force installations were likely part of a coordinated intelligence operation. The report points to commercial vessels as possible launch platforms but notes the evidence remains circumstantial.
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bonginoreport.comfinance3 days ago
Russia Fits Anti-Drone Cages on Three Submarines at Novorossiysk Base
Satellite images from early June show protective cages installed on Kilo-class vessels at Russia's main Black Sea naval hub. Britain's defense ministry called the step a response to Ukrainian drone strikes deeper inside Russian territory.
Defense Newspolitics3 days ago
U.S. Diplomat Calls for Taiwan 'Hornet’s Nest' of Drones to Deter Conflict
Raymond Greene, director of the American Institute in Taiwan, urged creation of air, surface and subsurface drones at a Taichung forum. The statement comes amid competing legislative proposals for drone funding and President Lai Ching-te’s push for asymmetric capabilities.
forbes.comfinance4 days ago
Ukraine Destroys Road and Rail Bridges Supplying Crimea
Ukrainian forces have destroyed multiple road and rail bridges used by Russian forces in occupied areas, including routes to Crimea. The strikes used long-range drones and cruise missiles targeting bridge supports.
sifted.eufinance4 days ago
German drone startup raises $1.2 billion, valuation reaches $8 billion
Quantum Systems completed a $1.2 billion funding round that lifted its valuation to $8 billion. The round reflects continued investor interest in defense technology companies.
AP Newsworld4 days ago
Report Assesses Kremlin Conducted Coordinated Drone Campaign Over Europe
The International Institute for Strategic Studies concluded on July 2 that Russia is highly likely responsible for UAV incursions at bases across a dozen NATO countries and Ireland from August 2024 to February 2026. The assessment links the flights to Russian-linked vessels and t…
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theconversation.comfinance5 days ago
Study Maps Nearly 150 Drone Incursions Across Europe Over 19 Months
A report documented nearly 150 unmanned aerial vehicle flights into more than a dozen European countries between late 2022 and mid-2024. The flights occurred near military sites and infrastructure in multiple nations.
Newsweekworld5 days ago
Iran Developed Shahed-136 Loitering Munition at Low Cost
The Shahed-136 is a low-cost Iranian loitering munition estimated at $20,000 to $50,000 per unit. It has been used by Russia in Ukraine and by Iran-aligned groups in prior incidents.
Yonhapworld5 days ago
Government to Review Drone Rules for Wildfire Response
Officials will examine changes to current drone regulations that limit the use of large unmanned aircraft in fighting wildfires. The review is one of three regulatory sandbox projects selected for the first half of the year.
thehindu.comworld5 days ago
Pakistan military says it downed four drones from Afghanistan
Pakistan's military reported shooting down four drones launched from Afghanistan into Balochistan on July 1. Afghanistan's defense ministry said its forces struck sites in Pakistan the same day. The exchange follows recent cross-border strikes between the two countries.
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Fox Newspolitics5 days ago
Pentagon Creates New Office to Manage All Military Drone and Autonomous Systems Programs
The new Direct Reporting Portfolio Manager for Unmanned Systems will centralize funding, acquisition and policy decisions. It reports directly to Deputy Secretary of War Stephen Feinberg.
Breaking Defenseworld5 days ago
Defense Secretary Creates New Oversight Role for Unmanned Systems
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth signed a memo on Monday establishing a Direct Reporting Portfolio Manager for autonomy. The new position reports to the deputy defense secretary and consolidates multiple unmanned programs across air, ground and sea domains.
world5 days ago
Ukrainian Video Shows Interceptor Striking Shahed Drone as U.S. Army Seeks Own Low-Cost Design
A Ukrainian unit posted night-vision footage of an interceptor striking a Shahed drone. The clip coincides with a new U.S. Army program to develop its own low-cost interceptor design.
yahoo.comworld6 days ago
Army Opens Brushless Motor Line at Tobyhanna Depot with Goal of 200,000 Units
The U.S. Army began operating a new brushless motor assembly line at Tobyhanna Army Depot in Pennsylvania. The line targets an initial output of 200,000 motors to support domestic drone production.
propublica.orgworld6 days ago
Oregon Guard Tests Heavy-Lift Drone Carrying Live Explosive Through Wire Obstacle
Combat engineers from the Oregon Army National Guard flew a heavy-lift drone carrying a live M1A3 Bangalore torpedo through 25 mph winds and detonated it to clear a wire obstacle on June 22 at Orchard Combat Training Center in Idaho, Defense News reported.
world6 days ago
U.K. Defense Plan Allocates £5 Billion to Drones and Autonomous Vessels
The U.K. government announced a four-year, £5 billion program to integrate uncrewed systems across the Royal Navy, Army, and Royal Air Force. The plan replaces earlier plans for a new Type 83 destroyer with a distributed fleet of crewed and autonomous vessels.
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forbes.comfinance6 days ago
AeroVironment Shares Rise More Than 30 Percent After Earnings Beat and Proposed Defense Budget Increase
AeroVironment reported fiscal fourth-quarter revenue of $642 million, more than doubling from a year earlier. The defense contractor's funded backlog reached $1.2 billion as autonomous systems revenue exceeded analyst estimates.
cnbc.comworld7 days ago
JetBlue Flight Strikes Drone Near JFK Airport on Final Approach
A JetBlue plane from Las Vegas hit a drone at 3,000 feet while approaching John F. Kennedy International Airport on June 29. The aircraft landed safely with no damage found after inspection. The FAA is investigating the incident.
ABC Newsworld7 days agoUpdated
JetBlue Pilot Reports Drone Collision at 3,000 Feet on JFK Approach
A JetBlue Airways flight from Las Vegas reported striking a drone near JFK Airport on Monday morning. The aircraft landed safely with no damage found during inspections. The FAA will investigate the incident at approximately 3,000 feet.
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Defense Newsworld7 days ago
Royal Navy to Use Common Combat Vessels as Drone Hubs and Upgrade Existing Frigates
The UK government will announce an updated Defence Investment Plan this week that replaces planned Type 83 destroyers with cheaper Common Combat Vessels. The shift incorporates lessons from Ukraine and the Strait of Hormuz conflict.
Japan Timesworld8 days ago
European Firm and Anduril Plan Drone Projects with Japan
A European aerospace company and U.S. defense firm Anduril Industries announced plans to develop and produce military drones in Japan. Ukrainian firms also brought unmanned technologies to Tokyo partners while the Defense Ministry considers a U.S. AI system.
news.google.compolitics8 days ago
Ukraine Drone Strikes Cut Russian Refinery Output but Russian Crude Exports Hit 2026 High
Ukraine conducted nearly 70 strikes on Russian energy assets in the first five months of 2026. Russian daily refined oil output fell by up to 700,000 barrels per day in April and May.
The Independentworld9 days ago
Ukrainian Drones Strike Moscow Oil Refinery for Second Time in Three Days
Ukrainian drones hit an oil refinery in Moscow last week in the second such attack in three days, The Independent reported. The strikes form part of a broader campaign that has reduced Russian refining capacity and crude output.
finance10 days ago
U.S. Army Brigade Estimates 1,000–1,500 Drones Needed Weekly in Sustained Combat
Col. Ryan Bell, commander of the 3rd Mobile Brigade, 101st Airborne Division, described drone requirements after a Joint Readiness Training Center exercise at Fort Polk, Louisiana. Business Insider reported his assessment that units need drones at scale and treated like ammunitio…
France 24world10 days ago
South Korea to Issue Personal Drones to Every Soldier and Train 500,000 Troops
South Korea will equip all soldiers with personal drones, train 500,000 troops, and build more than 100,000 units in three years. France 24 reported the initiative addresses shrinking personnel numbers while countering North Korea.
koreatimes.co.krworld11 days ago
South Korea to train 500,000 troops as drone operators
The defense ministry announced plans to train all authorized military personnel across every branch to operate drones. Officials cited recent conflicts and North Korean capabilities as reasons for the change.
foxnews.compolitics10 days agoUpdated
North Korea Tests New Missile Warhead and Rocket Systems; South Korea Plans Major Drone Expansion
Kim Jong Un oversaw tests of a special-mission warhead, upgraded multiple rocket launcher, and extended-range artillery on Thursday. South Korea responded Friday with plans to buy more than 20,000 drones and train all 500,000 active-duty troops as operators.
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Fox Newspolitics11 days ago
Sixth Arrest Made in Alleged Plot Targeting White House UFC Event
Six suspects are now in custody after a new arrest in the case. The alleged plot used explosive drones and a sniper team against crowds and officials in Washington, D.C.
citizen.co.zapolitics11 days ago
Russia and Ukraine Expand Drone Strikes on Each Other's Territory
Both sides have increased long-range drone attacks in recent months. Russian strikes target Ukrainian cities and infrastructure while Ukrainian drones reach Russian oil facilities and airfields.
Defense Newspolitics12 days ago
Poland buys U.S. V-BAT drones for navy and gains role in Shield AI fighter program
The Polish Ministry of National Defence awarded a contract to Shield AI for V-BAT drones. Poland will become the first NATO eastern flank country to operate the system, with delivery planned for later in 2026.
japantimes.co.jpworld12 days ago
Anduril in Talks to Acquire Nissan Oppama Plant for Drone Production
U.S. defense firm Anduril Industries is negotiating to buy Nissan Motor’s Oppama assembly plant near Tokyo to manufacture military drones. No final decision has been reached and Nissan is also speaking with other potential buyers. The plant, set to close in 2028, opened in 1961 a…
Washington Examinerpolitics12 days ago
Federal prosecutors charge 12 people in drone smuggling case at 10 prisons
An indictment unsealed in Georgia alleges a conspiracy used six drones to deliver drugs, phones, and weapons into federal prisons across eight states between September 2023 and May 2026.
middleeasteye.nettechnology13 days ago
Downed U.S. pilot reports jellyfish-like drone swarm over Iran
A U.S. pilot downed over Iran described a cluster of drones resembling a jellyfish while awaiting rescue. A drone expert said the sighting could indicate use of a mothership drone system.
Defense Newsworld13 days ago
U.S. Army Tests Software Allowing Moving Vehicles to Shoot Down Drones
The Army demonstrated the capability in April at Aberdeen Proving Ground using a CROWS station. The SWAT-FC project adapts earlier aircraft technology for ground use.
thehindu.comworld13 days ago
U.S. Army to Open Two Domestic Ranges for Drone and Counter-Drone Training
The sites will enable joint drone and counter-drone operations in electronic warfare settings. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll said soldiers will train alongside developers at the locations.
ibtimes.co.ukworld14 days ago
Sudanese Armed Forces Halts Iranian Drone Purchases to Court Washington
The Sudanese Armed Forces has reportedly stopped buying weapons from Iran in an effort to gain U.S. support for ceasefire talks. FDD reported the move comes as the civil war enters its fourth year.
The Japan Timestechnology15 days ago
Japan Removes Limit on Number of Drones One Pilot May Operate
The transport ministry removed the cap of five drones per operator to support logistics, inspections and disaster response. Revised guidelines address risks for flights beyond visual range in unmanned areas.
finance15 days ago
Ukraine Drone Strikes Prompt Fuel Rationing in Crimea
Ukrainian drones have targeted Russian logistics in Crimea, leading local authorities to limit fuel sales and suspend new ration coupons. Strikes have killed at least five people. Officials stated the attacks aim to restrict military movement in occupied areas.
finance15 days ago
Ukrainian Forces Use Attack Drones to Deliver Supplies to Front Lines
Ukraine is converting reconnaissance and attack drones into logistics carriers to reduce soldier exposure in high-risk zones near the front line.
finance15 days ago
Ukraine says Belarus supplied drone parts to Russia
Ukraine's president stated that relay stations in Belarus used by Russia for drone operations must be removed within one week or Ukraine will act. The warning was issued after reports that the stations support Russian strikes on Ukrainian territory.
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Japan to Deploy Autonomous Interceptor Drones by 2027, Defense Budget for Unmanned Systems Rising to 277 Billion Yen
Japan's Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Agency issued notices for demonstrations next month to accelerate procurement of autonomous interceptor drones. The systems are slated for installation near radar sites, bases, vessels and other critical locations.
The War Zoneworld18 days ago
MQ-9 Reaper Test Flies With AEW Radar Pods
A modified MQ-9 completed its first flight with podded radar on May 19. The test demonstrated an airborne early-warning configuration intended to detect drones and missiles. Full capability trials are scheduled for next year.
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Breaking Defenseworld21 days ago
Teledyne FLIR Defense Unveils Vehicle-Launched Microdrone System for Reconnaissance Missions
The system includes three drones under 450 grams each that launch, conduct reconnaissance missions, and return for recharging. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027.
South China Morning Postworld21 days ago
Norinco Shows Drone Assembly Line Model at Eurosatory 2026 Defense Exhibition
North Industries Group Corporation showed a miniature production line for several drones at the Paris defence exhibition this week. A banner at the booth read “Norinco defence localisation.”
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewpolitics22 days ago
U.S. Air Force lost 28 MQ-9 drones and other aircraft in Iran conflict, service says it is not in crisis
The service has lost nearly one-third of its Reaper fleet in Middle East operations since the start of the Trump administration, with production of the MQ-9A ended and no funded replacement plan in place.
pravdareport.comworld23 days ago
Ukrainian Drones Strike Russian-Occupied Chemical Plant in Crimea
Ukrainian mid-range attack drones struck the Crimean Titan chemical plant in Armyansk overnight. The facility produces titanium oxide and nitrate products used in explosives.
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Euronewspolitics24 days ago
German Interior Minister Asks for Permanent Counter-Drone System at Parliament as Bundeswehr Powers Expand
Alexander Dobrindt told Bundestag President Julia Klöckner that the risk of drone attacks on constitutional bodies has risen and called for a standing defence capability.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld24 days ago
ILA Berlin 2026 Displays Aircraft, Drones, and Space Exhibits
The Berlin Air Show continued on June 12, 2026, with displays of full-sized aircraft, small drones, and space-related models. Attendees viewed transport planes, attack helicopters, and various unmanned systems.
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld24 days ago
Pentagon Considers Cutting Weapons to Fund Drones
The Pentagon's top technologist said the department would consider reducing spending on conventional weapons systems if Congress does not approve $350 billion in reconciliation funding. The package is intended to accelerate purchases of drones and autonomous systems.
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finance24 days ago
Drone Kill Zone Along Ukraine Front Line Expands to 50 Kilometers in Some Areas
Ukrainian officials report that drone coverage has widened the area near the front where vehicles and troops face elevated risk of detection and attack. The zone now reaches up to 50 kilometers deep in places, compared with 10 to 20 kilometers reported in August 2025.
Breaking Defensefinance25 days ago
Leonardo and Italy in Advanced Talks on Expanding AW-249 Helicopter Fleet
Company officials said Leonardo aims to deliver 17 AW-249 units by 2028 while negotiating 14 more aircraft beyond the 19 already procured.
nypost.comfinance25 days ago
Ukrainian Regiment Strikes Bridges Linking Crimea to Southern Front
The 1st Separate Assault Regiment said it attacked bridges in Armyansk, Henichesk, and Chonhar over the past week. Pro-Russian authorities confirmed multiple drone strikes on the crossings.
news.sky.comworld26 days ago
Ukraine Shifts Frontline Duties from Soldiers to Ground Drones Amid Manpower Strain
Ukraine is shifting some battlefield tasks from soldiers to land drones as new ground-based systems play a growing role in the conflict.
Breaking Defenseworld26 days ago
Defense Firms Display CCA Drones at Berlin Air Show
Boeing Australia and Rheinmetall unveiled an MQ-28 Ghost Bat at the 2026 ILA Berlin Air Show. Several other companies also presented CCA aircraft or models for potential German procurement.
The War Zoneworld27 days ago
Ukraine Expands AI-Modified Drone Strikes on Russian Supply Lines up to 250 Kilometers Behind Front
Ukrainian forces have extended fixed-wing kamikaze drone operations to hit Russian trucks, fuel tankers, trains and vessels as far as 250 kilometers from the front line. The campaign, developed by the First Corps Azov, uses Starlink and AI terminal guidance to target logistics ro…
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nypost.comfinance27 days ago
House Republicans Introduce Bill to Provide Grants for Counter-Drone Systems at Critical Infrastructure
Rep. Matt Van Epps introduced a House version of Sen. Tom Cotton’s Critical Infrastructure Airspace Defense Act on June 9, 2026. The measure would provide grants for private operators of hospitals, power plants, water systems, dams, and potentially data centers to acquire approve…
finance27 days ago
Ukrainian Mobile Air Defense Unit Trains on Interceptor Drones While Retaining M2 Browning Machine Guns
A Kyiv-area mobile air defense unit practiced launching interceptor drones but aborted a mission after electronic interference disrupted a scout drone. The unit continues to use truck-mounted .50 caliber M2 Browning machine guns alongside the newer systems.