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US Pledges $800M for Ukraine’s Long-Range Combat Drone Production
Ukraine’s getting a major boost in its drone manufacturing capabilities with $800 million in US military aid. The announcement marks a significant shift in US policy, prioritizing Ukraine’s domestic weapons production over American-made equipment, as reported by the New York…
Ukrainian Drone Maker Develops Interceptor to Counter Russian Attacks
A Ukrainian drone manufacturer is stepping up its game in the ongoing aerial battle against Russian forces. According to The Telegraph, Wild Hornets is developing a new interceptor drone called the Sting, specifically designed to hunt down and neutralize Russian…
Japanese Drones to Aid Ukraine in Mine Clearance Efforts
Prodrone, a Japanese industrial drone manufacturer, is set to supply Ukraine with specialized drones for humanitarian demining operations, according to a report from Nikkei. Drones Designed for Precision Mine Detection The drones from Prodrone are engineered to operate just 50…
Romanian Fighter Jets Scrambled After Suspected Drone Breaches Airspace
Romanian military authorities sprang into action Thursday when a small flying object, believed to be a drone, entered the country’s airspace. The incident occurred in the southeastern county of Constanta, prompting a swift response from the nation’s air defense systems.…
US Sanctions Target Chinese and Russian Entities Over Attack Drones in Ukraine Conflict
The United States has taken significant action by imposing sanctions on two Chinese companies and a Russian affiliate for their involvement in the production and shipment of attack drones used in the ongoing Ukraine conflict, as reported by Reuters. This…
The Witches of Bucha: Women Warriors Defending Ukraine’s Skies from Russian Drones
In the darkness over Bucha, a group of Ukrainian women known as the “Witches of Bucha” emerge to protect their homeland from an invisible threat – Russian attack drones. This volunteer air defense unit, comprised almost entirely of women, has…
US Customs Halts DJI Drone Imports, Citing Uyghur Forced Labor Concerns
The United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has suspended imports of certain drones from Chinese manufacturer DJI, according to a Reuters report. This action stems from concerns related to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), a law designed…
Inside Ukraine’s Top-Secret Drone Unit Targeting Russia
In an unprecedented move, CNN was granted exclusive access to one of Ukraine’s most closely guarded secrets: a fleet of long-range attack drones operated by the country’s elite defense intelligence agency, the GUR. As reported by CNN, this covert unit…
Ukraine’s Kitchen-Top Drone Revolution: Citizens Join the Fight Against Russian Invasion
In an extraordinary display of grassroots innovation and patriotic fervor, Ukrainians are transforming their kitchens into makeshift drone factories to bolster their country’s defense efforts. This remarkable story, reported by NPR, sheds light on how ordinary citizens are playing a…
Pentagon Baffled by 17-Day Drone Swarm at US Military Base
A swarm of mysterious drones buzzed a US military base for over two weeks, leaving officials scrambling for answers. The incident, reported by the Wall Street Journal, highlights growing concerns about drone incursions and the challenges of countering them on…
Ukraine’s New Kamikaze Drone Stick M12 Pushes Boundaries in Long-Range Warfare
Ukrainian defense company United Military Solutions has unveiled a game-changing addition to their arsenal – the Stick M12 loitering munition. This new kamikaze drone marks a significant leap forward in Ukraine’s domestic drone manufacturing capabilities, showcasing the country’s commitment to…
Ukrainian Forces Deploy ‘Dragon Drones’ with Thermite Canisters in Eastern Front
Ukrainian soldiers are taking drone warfare to new heights, attaching thermite-spewing canisters to create “dragon drones” capable of raining molten metal on enemy positions. This latest innovation in the ongoing drone arms race was reported by The New York Times…