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New Jersey Officials Challenge Federal Response to Mysterious Drone Activity Over Critical Infrastructure

Federal officials are facing mounting criticism from New Jersey local leaders over their handling of repeated drone sightings near critical infrastructure, with one mayor describing the federal response as increasingly dismissive of legitimate public safety concerns. During a recent White House intergovernmental affairs briefing, Belleville Mayor Michael Melham expressed frustration with federal o

Haye KestelooDec 16

FAA

Trump Demands Action on Mystery Drone Sightings as Federal Authorities Find No Threats

Recent drone sightings across New York and New Jersey have sparked political controversy, even as federal authorities maintain there is no evidence of security threats. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been forced to implement temporary flight restrictions around sensitive areas, including Picatinny Arsenal military base and Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, as investigations conti

Haye KestelooDec 15

White House

Mystery Drone Sightings Prompt Investigation Across NY-NJ Region, Officials Say No Immediate Threat

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced an investigation into multiple drone sightings across New York and New Jersey on Friday, though federal authorities maintain the aerial objects pose no immediate security risk. Initial Sightings Near Military Installation The mysterious appearances first began in mid-November when personnel at the Picatinny Arsenal, an Army facility in Morris…

Haye KestelooDec 13

New Jersey

Multiple Drones Breach Airspace Over Naval Weapons Station Earle in New Jersey

Officials at Naval Weapons Station Earle in Colts Neck, New Jersey, confirmed multiple instances of unidentified drones entering their restricted airspace, further escalating concerns over a wave of drone activity in the region. While authorities stress that no direct threats have been identified, calls for federal action are growing as sightings persist, reports ABC News.…

Haye KestelooDec 13

FAA

Mystery Drones Over New Jersey Prompt Mayoral and Congressional Action

Large mystery drones conducting repeated nighttime operations over central and northern New Jersey have sparked official action, with 21 Morris

Haye KestelooDec 9

Anduril

OpenAI Partners with Anduril for Counter-Drone Defense Systems, Marking Major Policy Shift

OpenAI’s recent partnership with defense technology company Anduril marks a significant departure from its previous stance on military applications, with direct implications for the drone defense sector. The collaboration aims to develop AI models for countering unmanned aerial threats, representing OpenAI’s first venture into battlefield applications of its technology. The partnership focuses on

Haye KestelooDec 7

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Russia’s New Long-Range Drone: The Garpiya-A1

Russia has reportedly started producing a new long-range attack drone called the Garpiya-A1, which uses Chinese engines and parts. This drone has been deployed in the war in Ukraine, causing damage to critical infrastructure and resulting in both civilian and military casualties. The information comes from two sources from a European intelligence agency and documents…

Haye KestelooSep 13

The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine received the PD-2 reconnaissance system on December 21, 2023. Photo credits go to the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine.

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Ukraine’s Long-Range Drone Operations Defy US Warnings

Despite US warnings to cease drone operations inside Russia, Ukraine continues to invest in and utilize long-range drones capable of striking targets as far as Siberia. The drone program has disrupted much of Russia’s oil and military infrastructure, but the White House is pushing for Ukraine to halt these strikes due to concerns ranging from…

Haye KestelooApr 18

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