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Lebanon: Hezbollah unveils 'hard-to-detect' drone - Counter-IED Report
Hezbollah has unveiled a new 'hard-to-detect' attack drone, deploying at least 40 drones in retaliatory strikes against Israeli military positions in northern Israel. The drones are reportedly equipped with optical guidance systems resistant to electronic warfare.
Zelensky Says Kyiv Prepares Talks on Joint EU Air Shield, Warns of ‘Russian World’ Risk
Ukraine is engaging in talks with European partners to establish a joint air defense system, leveraging its expertise in countering aerial threats, including drones. Ukrainian defense solutions are already in use in the Middle East, and the country is emerging as a leader in security technologies.
US ‘Golden Shield’ Takes Form in First Exercise With Micro-Missile Interceptors
The US Army conducted its first live exercise of the 'Golden Shield' concept using Harpe micro-missile interceptors for counter-drone defense. Developed by Perseus Defense, these cost-effective interceptors are designed to target Group 1 and Group 2 UAS, integrating cross-platform sensing and layered defense strategies.
Air Force strikes $270 million deal for lightweight drones using software with data from Ukraine-Russia war | Stars and Stripes
The U.S. Air Force has secured a $270 million contract with Kraus Hamdani Aerospace for lightweight, solar-powered drones, leveraging software updated with data from the Ukraine-Russia conflict. These drones, capable of extended loitering scout missions, are designed for use in contested airspaces, particularly in the Middle East.
Ukraine Can Produce Millions of FPV Drones a Year, Zelensky Says
Ukraine has significantly expanded its defense production capabilities, now able to produce millions of FPV drones annually. President Zelensky highlighted the successful use of unmanned systems in combat and Ukraine's growing role in global security technology.
Indian Strategic Studies: The Age of AI Drone Warfare Is Coming
The ongoing drone warfare between Ukraine and Russia highlights the obsolescence of traditional military assets against inexpensive drones, with AI integration poised to further transform the battlefield. Drones have been responsible for over 70% of casualties and have effectively targeted a wide range of strategic assets.
Indian Strategic Studies: Responsible Procurement of Military Artificial Intelligence
The report discusses the role of military procurement in integrating responsible AI into defense systems, highlighting the need for structured processes to align with legal and political commitments. It emphasizes the importance of adapting procurement to accelerate AI adoption in military operations.
UK, Gulf states to procure Skyhammer interceptor UAVs
The UK and Gulf states are set to procure Skyhammer interceptor UAVs from Cambridge Aerospace, designed to counter Shahed-style attack UAVs. The contract includes integration, technical support, and training, with initial deliveries expected in May 2026.
Pentagon, FAA sign safety agreement over counter-drone laser | DefenseScoop
The Pentagon and FAA have signed a safety agreement regarding the use of the Army Multi-Purpose High Energy Laser for counter-drone operations. This follows successful safety testing demonstrating the laser's automated safety shut-off system and its non-threat to civilian aircraft.
JIATF-401 Expands NCR Counter-UAS Layered Defense with Bumblebee Training - Inside Unmanned Systems
JIATF-401 conducted a counter-UAS training exercise at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, focusing on the Bumblebee V1 system for reconnaissance and kinetic interception. This marks a shift towards a layered defense strategy incorporating kinetic defeat options in the National Capital Region.