Middle East
U.S. Imposes New Sanctions on Iran in Response to Drone Attacks
The United States Treasury Department has announced a new round of sanctions targeting Iran’s drone program and steel production in response to recent Iranian drone attacks on civilian populations in Israel. According to The Washington Post, the move comes as…
Iranian Drone Attack on Israel Reignites Congressional Debate Over Foreign Aid
In the wake of a severe Iranian drone attack on Israel, triggered by an airstrike in Syria, the U.S. Congress finds itself locked in a familiar battle over foreign aid legislation. As the House of Representatives scrambles to adjust its…
The Truth Uncovered: AUVSI’s Real Stance on DJI Drone Ban
The DJI Drone Ban Controversy at Hand In the realm of drone advocacy and legislation, the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) stands as a towering influence, guiding the trajectory of drone policy in the United States. However, recent…
Revolutionary Training: The 82nd Airborne’s Integration of Drone Munitions
A Groundbreaking Shift in Military Tactics In an innovative move that marks a significant shift in military tactics, the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Liberty is leading the Army into a new era of warfare. Soldiers are now training to…
Oman Seizes Drones En Route to Yemen Amid Regional Tensions
A Covert Operation Uncovered In a significant interception, Omani customs authorities seized a shipment of drones on 10 January, hidden in a truck coming from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and destined for Yemen. The operation was disclosed at the…
Escalating Middle East Conflict: Senior Hamas Leader Killed in Drone Strike
Drone Strike Targets Hamas Deputy Chief Saleh al-Arouri, the deputy chief of Hamas and a key figure in its military wing, was killed in a drone strike in Beirut’s southern suburbs, a Hezbollah stronghold. Al-Arouri, known for his role in…
USS Carney’s Brave Stand Against Houthi Drones
USS Carney Thwarts Houthi Drones in Strategic Red Sea Defense December 4, 2023, marked a pivotal moment in the ongoing Middle East tensions as the USS Carney, a U.S. destroyer, valiantly defended against a series of drones attacking the ship…
Matternet’s M2 Drone Achieves FAA UAS Type Certification
Matternet’s Advancements in the Drone Industry with FAA UAS Type Certification In a remarkable stride toward the future, Matternet, the pioneer in urban and suburban drone delivery systems, has received a significant amendment to its UAS Type Certification from the…
DJI Drone Drug Smuggling Attempt Thwarted in Jordan
Jordanian Authorities Shoot Down DJI Drone Carrying Crystal Meth On Monday, Jordan’s vigilant authorities swiftly shot down a DJI drone attempting to smuggle drugs over its eastern borders. This marks the fourth time such an incident has occurred in a…
Wingcopter Drone Delivery Network for Medical Supplies Launches in Africa
On June 1, 2023, Siemens Healthineers Middle East, Southern & Eastern Africa partnered with German drone service provider Wingcopter GmbH. They inked a Memorandum of Understanding to develop Africa’s first integrated drone delivery solution for medical supplies. This initiative seeks…
FAA approves Airworthiness Criteria for Wingcopter 198 delivery drone
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved the airworthiness criteria for the Wingcopter 198 delivery drone, marking an important milestone in the type certification process in the United States. Wingcopter, a pioneer in German drone delivery, is thrilled to announce…
Watch a modified DJI drone drop a grenade on a car in Ukraine with startling accuracy
In Ukraine, a local UAS company used a modified DJI drone, reportedly a DJI Phantom 4, to drop a grenade on a vehicle. On Twitter, the following short video was shared by Calibre Obscura that shows a grenade being dropped…