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New war strategy: How Ukraine is using AI drones to target Russia's logistics network - The Times of India
Ukraine is employing AI-enabled kamikaze drones in a 'Mid-range strike campaign' targeting Russian logistics networks, significantly disrupting supply routes to Crimea. This strategy focuses on exploiting vulnerabilities in enemy logistical concentrations using modified commercial drones enhanced with AI for target identification and terminal guidance. Russia is responding with rudimentary countermeasures like drone nets and armed personnel.
TSG unveils AI‑driven DroneWeaver System for rapid counter‑UAS defense | The Jerusalem Post
TSG has launched DroneWeaver System (DWS), an AI-driven, autonomous counter-UAS platform designed for rapid threat detection, analysis, and neutralization. The system integrates multiple sensor types and recommends optimal interception methods, automating 90% of the threat management process. Operational pilot programs have already been conducted in the US and Eastern Europe.
Alta Ares Raises €50M for AI-Powered Air Defence
French startup Alta Ares secured €50M in funding led by Air Street Capital to scale its AI-powered air defense platform. The system integrates hardware interceptors with edge AI for real-time threat detection and neutralization, specifically targeting low-cost drones and swarms. The platform is already deployed in three active conflict zones.
Ukraine’s mid-range drones are its new ace against Russia, but many don’t arrive war-ready, pilot says – DNYUZ
Ukraine is increasingly reliant on domestically produced mid-range strike drones to target Russian logistics and command infrastructure, achieving success in rear areas. However, a significant portion of these drones arrive at the front lines with substantial technical issues, requiring extensive testing and troubleshooting by frontline pilots. This necessitates a dual role for pilots – combat operations and quality control – impacting operational tempo.
Russian Oil Refinery, Military Electronics Plant Hit in 326-Drone Overnight Barrage
Ukraine conducted a large-scale drone barrage, targeting Russian oil infrastructure and a key military electronics plant. Russia claims to have intercepted 326 drones across 20 regions, including near Moscow. The VNIIR-Progress plant, a manufacturer of electronic warfare countermeasures and components for Russian drones/missiles, was a primary target.
Art, Maths and Effectivennes: Ukraine Drone Chief’s Formula to Stop Russia
Robert "Madyar" Brovdi, commander of Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces (USF), is leveraging data-driven strategies and long-range drone strikes to significantly impact the conflict with Russia. His unit, comprising only 2% of the Ukrainian army, claims responsibility for 30-35% of confirmed Russian target destruction, demonstrating a disproportionately high impact. Brovdi’s approach emphasizes quantitative analysis – ‘numbers are the foundation of war’ – and rapid iteration based on battlefield data.
L3Harris Delivering Counter-Drone Systems to US Army | L3Harris® Fast. Forward.
L3Harris 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, self-contained c-UxS solution already proven in European combat operations with over 350,000 operational hours since 2023. Production has been scaled up in Huntsville, Alabama, to meet increasing demand.
How Europe Can Defeat Russia’s ‘Stray’ Drone Strategy
Russia is intentionally exploiting cross-border drone incidents to sow discord within Europe and undermine support for Ukraine. Ukraine is proposing expanded bilateral 'drone deals' focused on knowledge sharing and battlefield experience transfer to bolster European defenses. European leaders recognize the need for practical cooperation with Ukraine and are seeking more effective, cost-efficient counter-drone solutions beyond relying solely on conventional air defense.
ASELSAN Showcases Integrated Counter-UAV Capabilities in Live Demonstration - Armada International
ASELSAN demonstrated a fully integrated counter-UAV system, DRONDEF, showcasing capabilities against mini and micro-UAVs, including swarm tactics. The system combines detection (IHTAR), soft-kill (IHTAR), and hard-kill (laser, HPEM, kinetic) methods, integrating into Turkey’s ‘Steel Dome’ air defense architecture. The demonstration was attended by delegations from 20 countries, indicating a potential export market.
Ukraine in Stronger Position Now, Norwegian PM Says
Norwegian PM Støre asserts Ukraine is in a stronger military position, capable of pushing back against Russian forces. Norway prioritizes continued aid to Ukraine, specifically focusing on air defense, ballistic missile protection, and energy sector support. The evolving relationship is becoming a 'two-way street' with Ukraine offering valuable military innovation and experience.