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Ukrainian Fiber-Optic FPV Drone Downs $16M Russian Ka-52 Near Pokrovsk
Ukrainian forces used a fiber-optic FPV drone to destroy a Russian Ka-52 attack helicopter near Pokrovsk, marking the second such success by the 59th Separate Assault Brigade. The operation was confirmed by USF commander Robert Brovdi, highlighting the effective use of small drones against high-value targets.
The A-10 Thunderbolt Was Built to Kill Russian Tanks — Now It’s the U.S. Military’s Best Drone Hunter in the Iran War
The A-10 Thunderbolt II, originally designed for tank destruction, has been repurposed as an effective counter-drone platform in the 2026 Iran conflict. Operation Epic Fury highlights its capability to combat drone swarms using its loitering and rugged design.
Air Force counter-drone lab requests ideas to track and kill small UAS
The U.S. Air Force has issued two Requests for Information (RFIs) seeking innovative systems to detect and neutralize small unmanned aerial systems (UAS) using hard-kill methods. This initiative aims to enhance the security of Air Force bases against drone threats.
Ukraine Slams Costly US Tactics: Millions Spent to Down Cheap Drones
Ukrainian advisers criticize the US for using expensive missiles to intercept low-cost drones in the Gulf, contrasting with Ukraine's cost-effective, adaptive air defense tactics. Ukraine offers its expertise to Gulf states and proposes a joint drone initiative with the US to leverage their battlefield experience.
U.S. Approves $2.1B FS-LIDS Counter-Drone System Sale to UAE ...
The U.S. has approved a $2.1 billion sale of FS-LIDS counter-drone systems to the UAE, bypassing Congressional review due to emergency conditions. This sale includes advanced radar, interceptors, and command systems to address low-cost drone threats in the Middle East.
Russian Drone Strike Damages Grain Ships in Odesa, Kills Woman in Zaporizhzhia
Russian drone strikes in Ukraine damaged grain ships in Odesa and killed a civilian in Zaporizhzhia, while Ukraine's air defenses shot down 133 UAVs. The attacks involved various UAV types, including Shahed drones, and targeted multiple regions.
United Arab Emirates – Fixed Site-Low, Slow, Small Unmanned ...
The U.S. Department of State has approved a $2.10 billion Foreign Military Sale to the UAE for Fixed Site-Low, Slow, Small Unmanned Aircraft Integrated Defeat Systems (FS-LIDS). This includes Coyote Block 2 interceptors, KuMRFS radars, and other support equipment to enhance the UAE's air defense capabilities.
ParaZero Secures New Order for DefendAir C-UAS from Israeli ...
ParaZero has secured a new order for its DefendAir counter-UAS system from an Israeli defense entity, highlighting its capabilities in drone detection, tracking, and mitigation. This development underscores the growing demand for advanced counter-drone technologies in military applications.
U.S. State Department Approves Multi-billion Missile, Radar and ...
The U.S. State Department has approved significant Foreign Military Sales to Gulf countries, including the UAE, Kuwait, and Jordan, focusing on air defense and counter-drone capabilities. This includes a $2.10 billion sale of counter-drone systems to the UAE to enhance regional security amid tensions with Iran.
Ukraine’s Drone Kill Zone Expansion: Isolating Russia’s Front-Line Troops | by James Marinero, MSc, MBA | The Dock on the Bay | Mar, 2026 | Medium
Ukraine has expanded the operational range of its drones to 150 km, effectively disrupting Russian supply lines without engaging in significant ground combat. This marks a strategic shift from short-range tactical drones to a more advanced medium-range drone network.