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Ukraine to Create New Military Branch to Protect Critical Infrastructure
Ukraine is forming a new military branch dedicated to protecting critical infrastructure from drone and missile attacks, as part of broader air defense reforms. This initiative aims to enhance Ukraine's ability to counter persistent Russian aerial threats, including Shahed drones and ballistic missiles, while improving technological capabilities and international cooperation.
Report: 2025 Was Russo-Ukrainian War’s Deadliest Year for Civilians – So Far
The year 2025 marked the deadliest year for Ukrainian civilians in the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War, with Russian drones emerging as the leading cause of civilian casualties. The Conflict Intelligence Team (CIT) report highlights a threefold increase in drone-related casualties compared to 2024, alongside continued missile strikes targeting civilian infrastructure.
Ports Burning, Homes Hit: Russian Drones Kill Civilians in 3 Regions, Strike Across Ukraine
Russian forces launched a large-scale drone and missile attack across Ukraine, targeting critical infrastructure, residential areas, and ports. Ukrainian air defenses successfully intercepted a significant portion of the drones, but civilian casualties and infrastructure damage were reported in multiple regions.
Airspace Closure Over Laser Weapon Use A Glaring Example Of Drone Defense Policy Struggles
The U.S. government recently employed a laser directed energy weapon, the AeroVironment LOCUST system, to neutralize an aerial object near El Paso, Texas, marking the first known operational use of such technology domestically. However, the incident exposed significant policy and coordination challenges between agencies like the Pentagon, FAA, and CBP in addressing drone threats within U.S. airspace.
Ondas Secures New Multi-Million Dollar European Order for Iron ...
Ondas Inc. has secured a new multi-million dollar order for its Iron Drone Raider counter-UAS system from a major European customer in a NATO country. The system is designed for civil environments, offering a net-based kinetic interception solution that minimizes collateral risk, particularly suitable for airports and urban infrastructure.
US-NATO exercise rehearses taking out 1,500 targets a day to ‘overwhelm’ an enemy
The US Army and NATO allies conducted the Dynamic Front 26 exercise, focusing on countering large-scale missile and drone threats, integrating electronic warfare (EW) resilience, and leveraging decoy and high-altitude drones. The exercise aims to enhance multi-domain operations and identify technological gaps in NATO's defense capabilities.
Pentagon let CBP use anti-drone laser before FAA closed El Paso airspace: Report
The Pentagon authorized U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to deploy an anti-drone laser near Fort Bliss, Texas, to counter cartel drone incursions, prompting the FAA to temporarily close El Paso airspace. The incident highlights coordination challenges between the FAA and the Department of Defense (DoD) in managing counter-UAS operations near civilian airspace.
Why the J-15 “Flying Shark” Fighter Makes China’s Aircraft Carriers A Problem for the U.S. Navy
The J-15 'Flying Shark,' China's first operational carrier-based fighter, enhances the maritime aviation capabilities of the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN). Derived from the Soviet Su-33, it is optimized for fleet air defense but faces operational limitations due to China's ski-jump carriers.
EU Commission presents action plan to counter drone threats
The European Commission has unveiled a comprehensive Action Plan to address growing drone threats, focusing on enhancing detection, preparedness, and response capabilities across the EU. The plan emphasizes civil-military synergies, technological innovation, and coordinated efforts to safeguard critical infrastructure and airspace security.
Britain Pledges Major Air Defense Package for Ukraine
Britain has announced a significant air defense package for Ukraine, including $200 million for NATO-backed American weaponry and $500 million worth of British-made lightweight missiles. This move is aimed at bolstering Ukraine's defenses against Russian attacks on critical infrastructure as the war continues into its fifth year.