Ukraine
Russia’s Growing Kamikaze Drone Fleet: A Looming Threat for Ukraine
The ongoing drone warfare highlights the critical need for innovative and adaptable defense strategies. As Russia's drone capabilities evolve...
Iran
News, deep dives, and analysis — every Iran story, newest first.
173
Articles
37
Beats covered
3
Reporters on beat
Sep 21
Last updated
China
China’s Secretive New Drone Carrier: The World’s First
In an extraordinary feat of secrecy and innovation, China has constructed the world’s first dedicated fixed-wing drone carrier. Nestled away in a lesser-known shipyard on the Yangtze River, this new aircraft carrier marks China’s fourth such vessel, yet its existence has remained undisclosed until now, reports Naval News. A Mysterious New Addition China’s latest carrier,…
Police
Iran’s Drone Surveillance: Tightening Hijab Enforcement
In Iran, the enforcement of mandatory hijab rules has taken a high-tech, yet invasive turn with the introduction of drones. These drones are equipped with cameras to monitor and ensure compliance with the dress code for women. This article delves into the deployment of this technology as part of Iran’s “Noor Plan,” aimed at intensifying…
Aerovironment
Taiwan’s Tactical Shift: Embracing Suicide Drones to Counter Chinese Threats
Taiwan’s Growing Drone Arsenal Taiwan’s recent military strategies indicate a significant shift towards integrating advanced U.S.-made suicide drones into their defense systems, particularly in response to the increasing military pressures from China. This move highlights a broader tactical evolution aimed at deterring potential Chinese aggression across the Taiwan Strait. Tactical Defense Against
Ukraine
Sky Wars: Ukraine’s Drone Buildup Matches Russia’s Prowess
Overview of the High-Flying Battle Ukraine has declared that it now produces as many deep-strike, kamikaze drones as Russia, signaling a significant shift in the aerial dynamics of the ongoing conflict, reports Reuters. This achievement represents Ukraine’s strategic response to counterbalance Russia’s extensive use of long-range weaponry, including cruise and ballistic missiles, during the 26-mon
Bell
Iran’s Secret Drone Factory Trains Hezbollah Fighters
Iran is secretly training Hezbollah fighters to carry out drone attacks on northern Israel at a rapidly expanding top-secret base near the holy city of Qom, according to leaked classified documents from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The drone facility has tripled in size since its establishment in 2006, despite US sanctions, reports The…
Ukraine
Russia’s April Assault on Ukraine: 300 Missiles, 300 Drones, and 3,200 Guided Bombs
Ukrainian President Zelenskiy revealed the scale of Russia's April attacks on Ukraine, which included the use of around 300 Shahed-type drones.
Lockheed Martin
Iran Unveils New Drone Resembling Russia’s Lancet
Iran has revealed a new loitering munition drone that bears a striking resemblance to Russia’s Lancet drone. The unnamed drone, reportedly developed by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), is believed to have similar capabilities to the Lancet, which has proven effective in combat in Syria and Ukraine. Similarities to the Lancet According to a…
— The DroneXL Briefing · Free
The drone industry moves fast. Stay ahead of it.
One email with the drone news that matters — DJI, FAA, public safety, and everything in between, straight from the newsroom. No spam, no fluff.
Free forever. Unsubscribe in one click.
8,400+
Articles published
340+
Beats & desks
2020
Covering drones since
100%
Independent