Shaheds, Lancets, fiber-optic FPVs and the counter-drone scramble — Russia’s drone war, tracked.
In a recent development, the Kola Peninsula has been targeted by drones, causing widespread disruption and heightened security measures. The attack, which took place in August 2024, has led to the closure of airspace and the suspension of flights to and from Murmansk, reports The Barents Observer. Governor Andrei Chibis confirmed the attack, stating that…
The German military, known as the Bundeswehr, is stepping up its game against unauthorized drone overflights. In a recent move, they’ve partnered with Swiss company Securiton to acquire advanced anti-drone equipment. This comes as a response to repeated drone incursions over sensitive sites, highlighting the growing concern over drone threats, reports Intelligence Online. Background The…
In a significant escalation, Ukraine’s drones have targeted Moscow, leading to the suspension of more than 30 flights and causing damage to residential buildings. According to Reuters, Russian officials reported shooting down at least 15 drones around Moscow overnight, with one woman killed and several buildings set on fire. Drone Attacks on Moscow Russian officials…
Two NATO countries reported Russian drone incursions into their airspace, raising tensions in the region. According to The Guardian, Romania and Latvia both experienced airspace violations by Russian drones, prompting swift responses from the military alliance. Romanian Airspace Breach Romania’s defense ministry said a drone entered its airspace early Sunday during Russian attacks on Ukrainian…
Recent reports indicate that Russian drones have violated the airspace of multiple NATO countries, including Romania and Latvia, according to the Associated Press and other sources. This marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. Incident Details The violations occurred as Russia launched attacks on civilian targets and port infrastructure across the Danube River in…
Ukraine has developed an innovative balloon-carried electronic warfare system designed to detect enemy drone operators, offering a more comprehensive solution than tackling individual drones. The system, known as Aero Azimuth, points to a resurgence in interest in elevated sensors, especially those mounted on aerostats, reports The War Zone. The Aero Azimuth System Aero Azimuth was…
According to a recent tweet by Samuel Bendett, a prominent analyst of Russian military affairs, Russia is set to implement a sweeping educational initiative focused on unmanned aerial systems (UAS) across the country. Bendett’s tweet, based on Russian media reports, outlines a significant expansion of drone-related education in Russian schools: According to Russian media, starting…
The Ukrainian Army has introduced a novel drone warfare tactic, using large drones to drop thermite over Russian positions in tree lines, according to reports from Visegrád 24 on X (formerly Twitter). Heavy-Lifting Drones as Aerial Incendiary Weapons These new drones, capable of carrying substantial payloads, are essentially functioning as aerial flamethrowers. The thermite, a…
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