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Ukraine's drones now have Russian convoys riding out with four gun trucks and a prayer
Ukrainian drone strikes are significantly impacting Russian logistics, forcing a shift in tactics. Russia is now deploying armed escort convoys – up to four gun trucks – to protect supply lines, particularly along the M-14 highway. Despite this, Ukrainian strikes have increased ninefold, destroying nearly 500 Russian trucks daily.
Ukrainian Drone Attack Halts Rosneft’s Kuibyshev Refinery Deep in Russia
A Ukrainian drone attack successfully halted oil processing at Rosneft’s Kuibyshev refinery in Russia's Samara region, damaging both primary crude distillation units. This attack is part of a sustained Ukrainian campaign targeting Russian energy infrastructure to disrupt fuel supplies and war funding. Prior attacks have already impacted the Syzran and Novokuibyshevsk refineries in the same region.
Norway Pledges $11M for Chornobyl Repairs After Russian Drone Strike
Norway has pledged $11 million to repair damage to the New Safe Confinement at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant following a February 2025 Russian drone strike. The attack damaged the outer cladding of the confinement, complicating repairs and raising concerns about nuclear safety. Recent attacks, including a June 7 drone strike on the Central Spent Nuclear Fuel Storage Facility, highlight the vulnerability of Ukrainian nuclear infrastructure.
The future of NATO's deterrence in the air domain - Atlantic Council
This Atlantic Council report assesses the challenges facing NATO airpower as the US shifts focus to the Indo-Pacific, highlighting a growing dependence on US enabling capabilities. The report stresses the need for European allies to prioritize resilient command and control (C2), ISR, airbase protection, and investment in autonomous/attritable systems to maintain credible deterrence against Russia. A key concern is the anticipated use of missile and drone strikes against critical infrastructure in any future conflict.
Crimea Cuts, St. Pete Double Tap, Boats Bashed
Ukraine conducted a significant long-range drone strike campaign targeting Russian infrastructure and naval assets, coinciding with a major security conference. Russia continues to experience high casualty rates for limited territorial gains. Recurring incidents of Russian drones entering Romanian airspace highlight potential vulnerabilities in NATO's air defense posture.
Quantum Systems and Airbus to cooperate on integration of counter-UAS interceptors on military helicopters
Airbus Helicopters and Quantum Systems have partnered to integrate Quantum Systems’ counter-UAS (C-UAS) interceptors onto Airbus’ military helicopters, starting with the H145M. The collaboration aims to enhance European defense capabilities against drone threats and leverages Airbus's new uncrewed H145 (U145) variant. A mockup of the U145 featuring Quantum Systems’ C-UAS solution was showcased at ILA Berlin.
Quantum Systems Introduces Pulse P19 Counter-Drone Aircraft at ILA 2026
Quantum Systems unveiled the Pulse P19 counter-drone aircraft at ILA 2026, designed for both military and civilian applications. The P19 is intended as a platform for integrating advanced drone detection and neutralization systems. This development highlights the increasing focus on proactive airspace security measures.
US moves to bolster Kuwait defenses with $1.9 billion counter-drone sale - Global Defense Digest (GDD)
The US has approved a potential $1.9 billion counter-drone sale to Kuwait, encompassing sensing, interception, and command-and-control systems. This sale addresses growing regional concerns about the proliferation of drones and loitering munitions targeting critical infrastructure. The deal signals a US commitment to bolstering Gulf state defenses against evolving aerial threats.
L3Harris to deliver VAMPIRE counter-drone systems to U.S. Army under order worth up to $106 million
L3Harris has secured a contract worth up to $106 million to deliver VAMPIRE counter-drone systems to the U.S. Army, bolstering their layered counter-UxS defense. The VAMPIRE system, initially developed in response to the Ukraine conflict, provides a low-cost, rapidly deployable solution for engaging drone threats. Production has been scaled up at a new facility in Huntsville, Alabama to meet increasing demand.
L3Harris Technologies Selected by U.S. Army to Deliver Vampire Counter-Unmanned Systems Worth Up to USD 106 Million | MarketScreener
L3Harris Technologies has secured a contract worth up to $106 million from the U.S. Army to deliver VAMPIRE counter-UAS systems. The VAMPIRE system is a rapidly deployable, precision strike capability designed to counter drones and remotely piloted aircraft. Production has been scaled up in Huntsville, Alabama, to meet increasing demand.