aircraft without a human pilot aboard
defence-blog.com 18h
North Korea reveals clone of U.S. spy drone: North Korea has publicly unveiled a new unmanned aerial system that closely mirrors the design of the U.S ...
defence-blog.com/north-korea-reveals-clone-of-u-s-spy-drone/
defence-blog.com Mar 26
Raytheon launches Coyote drone from helicopter: Raytheon, an RTX business, has successfully tested a new variant of its Coyote unmanned aerial system (UAS) from ...
defence-blog.com/raytheon-launches-coyote-drone-from-helicopter/
defence-blog.com 18h
Russia develops new mobile laser gun to target drones: Russia has developed a new mobile anti-drone system equipped with a laser weapon, a move aimed at ...
defence-blog.com/russia-develops-new-mobile-laser-gun-to-target-drones/
Israel Leveled Gaza — Then Killed the Drone Journalists Who Showed it to the World
theintercept.com/2025/03/27/israel-palestinian-drone-journalists-killed-gaza/
defence-blog.com Mar 26
Australia unveils new OWL kamikaze drones: Innovaero has announced the expansion of its precision loitering munitions program, known popularly as "kamikaze ...
defence-blog.com/australia-unveils-new-owl-kamikaze-drones/
German arms manufacturer calls for a "drone wall" on NATO's eastern flank: Helsing is already manufacturing drones for Ukraine - | and intends to be able to ...
derstandard.at/story/3000000262504/deutscher-ruestungshersteller-fordert-drohnenwall-an-der-nato-ostflanke
Destruction in the Gaza War: What the Gaza Strip really looks like: Using drone images, we show a 3D model of the devastation in the Gaza Strip ...
zeit.de/politik/ausland/2025-03/zerstoerung-gazastreifen-verwuestung-bilder-drohnenaufnahmen
Deadly Russian drones target Kyiv ahead of ceasefire talks in Saudi Arabia: A Russian drone attack on Kyiv overnight killed at least seven people and wounded 10 ...
france24.com/en/europe/20250323-russian-drone-strikes-on-kyiv-kill-at-least-three-wound-10-say-local-officials
Quick Glance: Deadly Drone Attacks Precede Peace Talks in Ukraine
- At least seven individuals were killed as Russia launched a series of drone attacks across Ukraine, just before indirect peace talks in Saudi Arabia were set to begin on Monday.
- The attacks affected multiple regions, including Kyiv, where a drone strike resulted in the deaths of three people, including a five-year-old child, and left many others injured.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated that such attacks are a daily occurrence and emphasized the need for new measures to increase pressure on Moscow.
- Russia reported shooting down 59 Ukrainian drones overnight, while Ukrainian attacks in Russia also resulted in fatalities.
The Aviationist Mar 24
MQ-9 Reaper Tests GBU-39 Small Diameter Bomb on New Dual-Carriage System: The new BRU-78 Dual Carriage System allows the MQ-9 Reaper to carry two bombs on a ...
theaviationist.com/2025/03/24/mq-9-gbu-39-sdb-dual-carriage-system/
Greens policy to make drones and missiles as a 'credible Plan B' to replace AUKUS
abc.net.au/news/2025-03-22/greens-unveil-first-ever-defence-policy/105083166
Russia launches drone attack on Ukraine's Mykolaiv region, officials say: Russia launched an overnight drone attack on the Ukrainian region of Mykolaiv ...
reuters.com/world/europe/russia-launches-drone-attack-ukraine-port-providing-access-black-sea-officials-2025-03-26/
Macron promises €2B worth of new French support to Ukraine: PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday said France will provide Ukraine with an ...
politico.eu/article/emmanuel-macron-french-ukraine-mico-military-support/
Quick Glance: Military Teams from Britain and France Heading to Ukraine
- British and French soldiers will be deployed to Ukraine in the coming days to collaborate with Ukrainian forces.
- Emmanuel Macron confirmed the establishment of a 'reassurance force,' despite a lack of consensus among European allies.
- Sir Keir Starmer described the unit as a 'deterrence force' to send a clear message to Putin that this agreement will be defended.
- Leaders in Paris agreed that sanctions against Russia should not be lifted, but rather intensified until the war concludes.
1News Mar 25
Kiwi soldier in Ukraine on the reality of drone warfare: Now a drone operator in a Ukrainian military unit, Jordan O'Brien has been involved in missions across ...
1news.co.nz/2025/03/26/kiwi-soldier-in-ukraine-on-the-reality-of-drone-warfare/
Kim Jong Un oversees tests of AI suicide drones: North Korean troops engaged in Russia's war in Ukraine are gaining valuable drone warfare experience ...
dw.com/en/kim-jong-un-oversees-tests-of-ai-suicide-drones/a-72051107
Quick Glance: North Korea tests new AI-powered drones
- Kim Jong Un supervised the testing of new AI-equipped suicide and reconnaissance drones in North Korea.
- The drones are capable of monitoring strategic targets and enemy troop activities, and are intended for tactical strikes.
- Kim emphasized prioritizing the production of unmanned systems and the development of intelligent drones in military modernization efforts.
- South Korea warned about the potential transfer of sensitive military technology from Russia to North Korea in exchange for troops and weapons.
Ukraine, Russia trade accusations in wake of US-brokered deal: A day earlier, Ukraine and Russia agreed to a halt to attacks in the Black Sea.
aljazeera.com/news/2025/3/26/ukraine-russia-trade-accusations-of-violating-us-brokered-truce
defence-blog.com Mar 25
Boeing’s MQ-28 drone hits 100 test flights: Boeing announced that its MQ-28 program, developed in partnership with the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) ...
defence-blog.com/boeings-mq-28-drone-hits-100-test-flights/
Live: Macron announces €2 billion in additional aid after talks with Zelensky: France will provide €2 billion of extra military aid to Ukraine ...
france24.com/en/europe/20250326-live-russia-downs-two-ukrainian-drones-over-black-sea-defence-ministry-says
Massive Explosion Rocks Key Bomber Base Deep Inside Russia: The strategic bomber base, 300 miles from the Ukrainian border, is a high-priority target for Kyiv as ...
twz.com/air/massive-explosion-rocks-key-bomber-base-deep-inside-russia
upnorthlive.com 14h
North Korea bolsters Russia support with 3,000 more troops, South Korea says: North Korea has sent approximately 11,000 military personnel to fight in the war ...
upnorthlive.com/news/nation-world/north-korea-kim-jong-un-bolsters-russia-support-president-vladimir-putin-with-3000-more-troops-south-korea-says-missiles-ammunition-artillery-weapons-supplies-ukraine-war-zelenskyy
Quick Glance: North Korea Increases Military Support for Russia
- North Korea has dispatched at least 3,000 soldiers to Russia, highlighting its backing for the war in Ukraine.
- Russian and North Korean leaders are strengthening their security ties while discussions on humanitarian aid for Ukraine occur.
- Concerns arise that Russia may share advanced technologies with North Korea, as the latter continues to supply munitions to Russia.
- Drones are becoming a pivotal element in the conflict, with North Korea developing new AI-powered attack and reconnaissance drones.
"No country should have to go through this."— Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Telegram following the attack.
Taiwan’s Endeavor Manta Drone Boat Breaks Cover: Taiwan has not moved as fast as some may have expected to build an uncrewed surface vessel force ...
twz.com/sea/taiwans-endeavor-manta-drone-boat-breaks-cover
'A lot of problems for Russia' — How Ukraine's new 3,000km drone could boost Kyiv's war effort
kyivindependent.com/3000km-drone/
Houthis say 17 air strikes hit Yemen as rebels attack US, Israeli targets: Attacks on US warships and Israeli military sites come hours after raids reported in ...
aljazeera.com/news/2025/3/26/houthis-say-17-air-strikes-hit-yemen-as-rebels-attack-us-israeli-targets
Quick Glance: Massive Drone Attack Hits Odesa, Injures Civilians
- Russia conducted one of its largest drone strikes on Odesa, injuring three teenagers and damaging numerous buildings.
- Czech President Petr Pavel, who was in the city shortly before the explosions, stated that such attacks complicate negotiations with Moscow.
- Analysts reported that Russia employed new tactics to evade Ukraine's air defenses during the assault.
- In separate incidents, Russia and Ukraine accused each other of attacking a major gas station.
defence-blog.com Mar 22
Kremlin tests new drone tactic targeting Ukrainian cities
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/03/22/bus-driver-seriously-hurt-20-chinese-tourists-sustain-minor-injuries-in-elite-highway-crash
Russia accuses Kyiv of targeting energy sites Wednesday and Thursday: World news: Russia on Thursday accused Ukraine of launching drones at its energy sites in ...
wionews.com/world/russia-accuses-kyiv-of-targeting-energy-sites-wednesday-and-thursday-8896850
Houthi rebels target US aircraft carrier Truman in Red Sea, strike Ben Gurion Airport in Israel
wionews.com/world/houthi-rebels-target-us-aircraft-carrier-truman-in-red-sea-strike-ben-gurion-airport-in-israel-8888811
Israeli media have released unseen footage of former Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar's last moments from another drone angle.
The footage appears to show Sinwar ... Show more
Kosovo to boost defence spending by 60%, plans drone, ammunition production, PM says
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/kosovo-boost-defence-spending-by-60-plans-drone-ammunition-production-pm-says-2025-03-26/
Ukrainian Drones Strike Russian Nuclear Bomber Base In 'Largest Attack': Drones are reported to have struck the Engels-2 air base, which houses Tu-95 and Tu-160 ...
newsweek.com/ukraine-drone-attack-engels-air-base-nuclear-2047659
North Korea's Kim Jong Un inspects AI 'suicide attack drones': Analysts said the development of the technology was likely assisted by Russia.
bbc.com/news/articles/c4gmny262vzo
Three killed in Russian drone attack on Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia: Russian drones killed three people and wounded 12 in the city of Zaporizhzhia ...
france24.com/en/europe/20250322-three-killed-in-russian-drone-attack-on-ukraine-s-zaporizhzhia
Quick Glance: Three Killed in Russian Strikes on Zaporizhzhia
- A Russian drone attack in Zaporizhzhia resulted in three fatalities and twelve injuries.
- Despite an agreed limited ceasefire, the city experienced strikes from 12 drones, igniting fires in residential and communal buildings.
- Discrepancies in the interpretation of the ceasefire terms arose among the U.S., Russia, and Ukraine regarding which targets should be protected.
- Ukrainian authorities reported ongoing drone attacks, while Russia accused Ukraine of targeting its infrastructure.
1News Mar 26
The Atlantic releases Signal chat messages showing detailed attack plans: "1345: 'Trigger Based' F-18 1st Strike Window Starts (Target Terrorist is @ his Known ...
1news.co.nz/2025/03/27/the-atlantic-releases-signal-chat-messages-showing-detailed-attack-plans/
Quick Glance: Boeing Wins Major Contract for F-47 Fighter Jet
- President Trump announced Boeing will build the F-47 fighter jet, calling it a historic investment.
- The contract is expected to exceed $20 billion and signifies a crucial turnaround for Boeing after recent struggles.
- Boeing surpassed Lockheed Martin, resulting in a stock increase for Boeing and a decline for Lockheed Martin.
- Concerns were raised about the reliability of the U.S. as an ally, highlighted by Trump's remarks on potential performance reductions for allied nations.
Ukraine War: What Western Armies Have Learned: The American troops would probably not have been more successful than the Ukrainians back then ...
nzz.ch/pro/ukraine-krieg-die-westlichen-streitkraefte-haben-die-gescheiterte-gegenoffensive-der-ukraine-von-2023-aufgearbeitet-das-sind-die-lehren-ld.1877403
Russia has struck Ukraine's energy sites 8 times since Putin's claimed pause on March 18, Zelensky's advisor says
kyivindependent.com/russia-has-struck-ukraines-energy-sites-8-times-since-putins-claimed-pause-zelenskys-advisor-says/
Ukrainian Air Force strike 'completely destroys' Russian troop position in Toretsk
kyivindependent.com/ukraine-air-force-strike-completely-destroyed-russian-troop-position-in-toretsk/
Ukraine's 'drone sanctions' on Russia bring bite to peace talks strategy: Analysts
abcnews.go.com/International/ukraines-drone-sanctions-russia-bring-bite-peace-talks/story
Russian strikes have been intensifying in the past weeks. The latest drone strikes on Kharkiv and Dnipro injured at least 11 people and caused extensive ... Show more
Israeli drone strikes kill four people in southern Lebanon: State news agency says four killed in two separate attacks in the south as Israel says it targeted ...
aljazeera.com/news/2025/3/27/israeli-drone-strikes-kill-four-people-in-southern-lebanon
defence-blog.com Mar 19
Russia develops new high-speed drone interceptor: A Russian firm is in the process of developing a prototype for a high-speed interceptor drone ...
defence-blog.com/russia-develops-new-high-speed-drone-interceptor/
Zelenskyy urges allies to pressure Russia to end war: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged Ukraine’s allies Sunday to put fresh pressure on Moscow to end the war ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/03/23/zelenskyy-urges-allies-to-pressure-russia-to-end-war
Photos: Russia’s Ongoing Invasion of Ukraine: Images of the war, and of those affected by its ongoing destruction, from the past several weeks
theatlantic.com/photo/2025/03/ukraine-war-enters-fourth-year/682162/
Pentagon’s Hegseth texted planned time of targeted killing of Yemeni militant, Signal messages show
irishtimes.com/world/us/2025/03/26/pentagons-hegseth-texted-planned-time-of-targeted-killing-of-yemeni-militant-signal-messages-show/
Explosions and fire reported at Russia's Engels-2 strategic bomber base after SBU drone assault (video) - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2025/03/20/explosions-and-fire-reported-at-russias-engels-2-strategic-bomber-base-after-sbu-drone-assault-video/
1News Mar 22
Boeing wins contract for secretive future fighter jet: The 47th president said with a grin that the new fighter would be named the F-47.
1news.co.nz/2025/03/22/boeing-wins-contract-for-secretive-future-fighter-jet/
Trump admits Russians could be ‘dragging their feet’ on Ukraine peace deal: “I’ve done it over the years,” U.S. president says of using stalling tactics when ...
politico.eu/article/trump-admits-russians-could-be-dragging-their-feet-on-ukraine-peace-deal/
Explosion at burning oil depot in Russia's Krasnodar Krai engulfs another tank – videos
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2025/03/21/7503888/
Drones hit civilian targets: Russia attacks Kyiv residential buildings - | several dead
n-tv.de/politik/Russland-greift-Kiewer-Wohnhaeuser-an-mehrere-Tote-article25649638.html
Zelenskyy claims Russia violated partial ceasefire after energy facility damaged: Zelenskyy said Russian artillery damaged an energy facility in Kherson.
abcnews.go.com/International/russian-strikes-damage-gas-electricity-infrastructure-ukraine-officials/story
Right now, Kharkiv is under a massive Russian drone assault. A residential building is in flames.Among the victims — a 12-year-old girl.
Quick Glance: Drone Strike in Kharkiv Injures Nine People
- A Russian drone strike in Kharkiv injured at least nine individuals and ignited multiple fires.
- Over the past seven months, Russian forces have sustained more than 55,000 casualties, including 22,200 killed and 31,800 wounded.
- At a summit of European leaders, France announced plans to send troops to Ukraine as a reassurance force in case of a ceasefire with Russia.
- President Zelensky warned of an impending Russian offensive in the Sumy and Kharkiv regions, emphasizing the need for vigilance.
"He will die soon, that is a fact, and everything will be over."— President Volodymyr Zelensky made comments regarding Russian President Vladimir Putin on March 26.
defence-blog.com Mar 19
Russian kamikaze drone found in Kazakhstan: A Russian Shahed-136 drone has been found in the Taskalinsky district of the West Kazakhstan region ...
defence-blog.com/russian-kamikaze-drone-found-in-kazakhstan/
Russia says it destroyed 28 Ukrainian drones launched in overnight attack : Russia’s air defense units intercepted and destroyed 28 Ukrainian drones overnight ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/03/24/russia-says-it-destroyed-28-ukrainian-drones-launched-in-overnight-attack-
Army Deploys Radars To Mexico Border To Detect Cartel Drones: The Army sending radars to help with border security highlights cartel drone threats and broader ...
twz.com/land/army-deploys-radars-to-mexico-border-to-detect-cartel-drones
Florida hosted a drone show which projected Israel and occupied Palestine as one covered in the Israeli flag.
The drones ... Show more
Frontline report: Ukrainian drones cripple Russian air shield, allowing more strikes on military, energy targets - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2025/03/24/frontline-report-ukrainian-drones-cripple-russian-air-shield-allowing-more-strikes-on-military-energy-targets/
This is what the city of Dnipro looks like right now.
Putin’s forces have been targeting civilians with drones since the middle of the night ... Show more
defence-blog.com Mar 17
Mysterious drone caught on video in Ukraine warzone: Ukraine’s defense forces have begun using a new type of interceptor drone. The introduction of these drones ...
defence-blog.com/mysterious-drone-caught-on-video-in-ukraine-warzone/
Frontline report: 50% of Moscow's fuel supply at risk after Ukrainian drone strike on its largest oil refinery - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2025/03/16/frontline-report-50-of-moscows-fuel-supply-at-risk-after-ukrainian-drone-strike-on-its-largest-oil-refinery/
The UK plans to put DragonFire laser weapons on 4 of its warships: The UK is moving forward with plans to deploy its new DragonFire laser weapon on warships ...
businessinsider.com/uk-plans-laser-weapons-dragonfire-warships-defence-drones-royal-navy-2025-3
How Ukraine is beating Russia in the Black Sea – and pushed Putin towards a ceasefire
independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/ukraine-russia-black-sea-navy-ships-ceasefire-odesa-b2720436.html
This is what Odesa looks like right now. Putin’s forces just rained a swarm of deadly drones down on sleeping civilians.
A "ceasefire ... Show more
Fire at Russian oil depot in Krasnodar Krai continues for 5th day after drone strike, authorities claim
kyivindependent.com/fire-at-russian-oil-depot-in-krasnodar-krai-continues-for-fifth-day-local-authorities-say/
Grenades, drones, air defense: Budget Committee approves new weapons package for Ukraine
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/ukraine-haushaltsausschuss-des-20-bundestages-genehmigt-neues-waffenpaket-a-c65f4794-c2d4-4449-811f-21d1bbccce80
OPINION | Pentagon ‘still mystified’ as drone drama deepens: Objects exhibiting advanced technology continue to fly with complete impunity over sensitive ...
trib.al/8kIA2a0
Russia targets Black Sea port hours after maritime ceasefire announced: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed that Russian overnight strikes were a ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2025/03/26/russia-targets-black-sea-port-hours-after-maritime-ceasefire-announced
U.S. and Russia Hold Talks in Saudi Arabia as Negotiations Continue to End Ukraine War
democracynow.org/2025/3/24/headlines/us_and_russia_hold_talks_in_saudi_arabia_as_negotiations_continue_to_end_ukraine_war
Russian Su-25 crashes during training flight in Far East, Russia's Defense Ministry says
kyivindependent.com/russian-su-25-crashes-during-training-flight-in-primorye-krai-defense-ministry-says/
defence-blog.com Mar 18
Swedish Air Force to receive ‘Loke’ counter-drone system: The Swedish Air Force, in collaboration with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV), Saab ...
defence-blog.com/swedish-air-force-to-receive-loke-counter-drone-system/
Taiwan unveils its first unmanned vessel inspired by Ukrainian naval drones - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2025/03/25/taiwan-unveils-its-first-unmanned-vessel-inspired-by-ukrainian-naval-drones/
Short circuit or attack?: Shopping center in Rostov, Russia, is on fire: A shopping center in the Russian city of Rostov catches fire. The fire is said to have ...
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/panorama/Einkaufszentrum-im-russischen-Rostow-steht-in-Flammen-article25651404.html
The latest Russian drone attacks killed three people in Kyiv, including a 5-year-old child. 10 others were injured, according to the city administration ... Show more
Oil pumping station in Krasnodar Krai shut down due to damage caused by drones: Moscow claimed earlier that Ukrainian drones struck the Kavkazskaya oil pumping ...
kyivindependent.com/oil-pumping-station-in-krasnodar-krai-shut-down-due-to-damage-caused-by-drones/
U.S. strikes home in on Houthi drone experts in Yemen: Houthi rebels are armed by Iran. The group's arsenal previously shocked the Pentagon.
axios.com/2025/03/26/houthi-drone-strikes-yemen-jinsa
Inside the new drone schools teaching the next generation of Ukrainian UAV pilots
kyivindependent.com/inside-the-new-drone-schools-teaching-the-next-generation-of-ukrainian-uav-pilots/
German AI boss: 'Drone wall' on NATO eastern flank possible in a year: German defence company Helsing is calling for the swift establishment of an effective ...
yahoo.com/news/german-ai-boss-drone-wall-092424016.html
Drones, broadcasting fee, climate: Constitutional Court 2025: From climate protection to co-motherhood, from Ramstein to broadcasting fee: These are big ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/deutschland/bundesverfassungsgericht-entscheidungen-2025-drohnen-klima-rundfunkbeitrag-100.html
CBS News Mar 24
At least 7 people were killed in Ukraine after Russia launched a barrage of drones early Sunday morning ahead of U.S.-mediated peace talks.
