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In Haiti’s capital, Port-au-Prince, drones armed with explosives have become the government’s latest weapon against gang leaders controlling over 80% of the city. A recent video released by the Haitian police showed explosions raining from the sky, signaling a high-stakes offensive to reclaim the streets. However, The NY Times reports that the Royal Canadian Mounted…
The UK government has announced a $6.5 billion (£5 billion) investment in military drones and laser technology, aiming to equip frontline troops with cutting-edge tools amid evolving global threats. Announced by Defence Secretary John Healey, this funding will enhance the UK’s defense strategy, with a focus on drones and directed energy weapons (DEWs), following their…
The GHOST drone introduces significant advancements in UAS design, starting with its hybrid-electric propulsion system. This technology combines
On May 24, 2025, Haiti’s government launched a new offensive against gangs in Port-au-Prince, using lightweight drones equipped with explosives to target criminal strongholds, according to a detailed report from the WSJ. This marks a significant escalation in the Caribbean nation’s fight against gang-fueled violence that has destabilized its capital, raising both technological and ethical…
Türkiye’s aerospace industry celebrated a major milestone as the Bayraktar Kizilelma PT-4 fighter UAV, successfully completed its Afterburner (AB)
In a groundbreaking leap for U.S.-made drones, Alabama-based Performance Drone Works (PDW) has unveiled the C100, a lightweight, rucksack-portable quadcopter designed for military precision. Born from the high-speed thrills of the Drone Racing League, PDW’s pivot to battlefield innovation is reshaping tactical operations, with over $15 million in U.S. Army contracts signaling robust Pentagon suppo
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that a new long-range drone successfully completed a 3,000-kilometer (1,864-mile) test flight
An internal Department of Homeland Security memo shows that Mexican drug cartels authorized the deployment of weaponized drones against U.S. Border
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