Russia: News on Russian military drone development, deployment in conflicts, domestic UAV industry, and international tensions related to drone activities.
In an unprecedented campaign of urban warfare, Russian forces have unleashed a systematic drone terror campaign against civilians in Kherson, Ukraine, launching more than 9,500 drone attacks since mid-July. This marks a chilling evolution in modern warfare, where civilian populations…
Poland is taking a bold step into the future of warfare with plans to establish a comprehensive unmanned military force by early 2025, as announced by Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz during recent Navy Day celebrations, reports EuroMaidan Press. Strategic Vision…
Ukraine has transformed into the testing ground for a new era of AI-powered drone warfare, where autonomous systems are achieving remarkable success rates while dramatically reducing training requirements and operational costs. The implications of this technological revolution are reshaping modern…
Moscow has initiated another aerial assault on Ukraine‘s capital, deploying attack drones against Kyiv in the early hours of Sunday morning. Ukrainian air defense systems successfully intercepted and destroyed approximately twelve unmanned aerial vehicles over the city’s airspace, reports Reuters.…
In a concerning development for military security, unidentified drones were detected hovering over three US Air Force bases in East Anglia, England, during November 2023. The suspicious activity occurred between November 20-22 at RAF Lakenheath, RAF Mildenhall, and RAF Feltwell,…
A Drone Incident at the Russian embassy in Stockholm has escalated diplomatic tensions between Sweden and Russia, as an unidentified unmanned aircraft dropped paint within the diplomatic compound’s grounds early Friday morning, according to Reuters. Diplomatic Disruption Takes Flight The…
The European Union is preparing to expand its sanctions regime against Russia, with a particular focus on Chinese companies involved in manufacturing military drones for Moscow’s war effort. The proposed 15th sanctions package aims to tighten restrictions on Russia’s military…
Former Google CEO and tech billionaire Eric Schmidt is reportedly advocating for a dramatic overhaul of US military strategy, pushing for the replacement of traditional tank fleets with AI-powered drones. His bold stance comes amid growing evidence of drones’ effectiveness…
In an alarming escalation of aerial warfare, Ukraine has become the target of Russia‘s most intensive drone campaign yet, with nearly 500 Iranian-designed drones launched in just one week’s time, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy‘s recent statement. The attacks mark…
American drone makers, such as Skydio and Anduril, are increasingly using Ukraine‘s battlefield as a marketing tool to secure lucrative Department of Defense contracts, raising questions about the ethics and effectiveness of this promotional strategy. In a well-researched Kyiv Independent…
Israel is turning to Ukraine‘s battle-tested drone expertise as it faces an unprecedented surge in unmanned aerial attacks from multiple fronts. This strategic pivot comes as Israeli companies initiate talks with Ukraine’s defense sector, marking a significant shift in Israel’s…
A significant development in the ongoing discussion about military Drone Technology has emerged as the European Union confronts China over its alleged support of Russia‘s drone program. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerboeck issued a stern warning that such assistance “will…
A senior EU official revealed that intelligence reports indicate a China-based company is manufacturing military drones destined for Russia‘s war effort in Ukraine, according to POLITICO. Secret Factory Operations Under Scrutiny The unnamed EU official stated, “We have had reports…
A Ukrainian drone successfully struck an oil depot in Russia‘s Belgorod Oblast on November 12, marking another significant development in Ukraine‘s expanding unmanned aerial campaign. The precision strike ignited a silo near Stary Oskol, though quick response from ten fire…
In a significant escalation of aerial warfare, Russia unleashed an unprecedented 2,023 drone attacks against Ukrainian targets in October alone, marking the highest monthly total in the 32-month-old conflict, according to The New York Times. Sophisticated Multi-Drone Strategy Emerges Russia’s…
A modified Aeroprakt A-22 sport plane, converted into a long-range drone and carrying explosives, struck Russian naval vessels at a Caspian Fleet base in Kaspiysk, Dagestan – approximately 700 miles from Ukraine‘s frontlines, according to a report from Anton Gerashchenko,…
France has begun its first-ever delivery of loitering munitions to Ukraine, marking a significant milestone in Franco-Ukrainian military cooperation. The OSKAR (Opportunity Strike Kinetics Aircraft Ruggedised) drones, developed by Delair and KNDS France, were reportedly rapidly transformed from demonstration models…
Shield AI, a California-based drone startup, has achieved a significant breakthrough in Ukraine with their V-BAT drone successfully operating in heavily jammed airspace, according to a recent Wall Street Journal report. The company’s success marks a rare victory for Western…
Former Google chief executive Eric Schmidt is advocating for a dramatic shift in US military strategy, urging the replacement of “useless” tanks with AI-powered drones, reports Bloomberg. Speaking at the Future Investment Initiative in Saudi Arabia, Schmidt highlighted how cheap…
Recent satellite imagery reveals Russia‘s unconventional approach to protecting its strategic bombers from drone attacks, placing up to 20 tires on each wing of Tu-95MS bombers at the Olenya airbase inside the Arctic Circle, according to The Barents Observer. Novel…
A new player has entered Ukraine‘s drone warfare scene – the Shpak, a powerful 10-inch FPV quadcopter developed by RSI Europe. Features That Pack a Punch The Shpak’s not your average drone. It’s built specifically for military operations with a…
The ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Israel have become unprecedented in their visibility, largely due to the widespread use of Drone Technology and body cameras. According to Axios, these wars are being documented and shared across social media platforms at…
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…
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…
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 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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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