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Following a drone incident at Leipzig Airport, Federal Transport Minister Steffen Bilger is pushing for rapid improvements in drone detection and defense at German airports. The event has also sparked calls for Bundeswehr deployment domestically and a potential amendment …
Ukraine launched a drone attack on Russia's Nizhnekamsk, killing 12 and injuring 39, targeting a major oil refinery, with President Zelenskyy linking strikes to pressure on Moscow.
The FCC is proposing to retroactively ban drones equipped with LiDAR, thermal imaging, and other capabilities it previously approved, targeting DJI consumer models like the Air 3S and Mini 5 Pro.
Germany is facing daily 'hybrid warfare' attacks from abroad, an official has said, days after an explosive-laden drone was discovered at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt told the local newspaper Bild am Sonntag on Sunday that foreign powers wan…
Two drones were spotted over a German military base in Mechernich, near Bonn, just days after an explosive-laden device was found at Leipzig airport. The incident has raised concerns about the potential for drone attacks on military bases and airports in Europe.
A drone exploded near a gas pipeline in Bulgaria, possibly originating from Ukraine. The Bulgarian Defense Ministry stated that the drone was likely a Maja type, commonly used by Ukrainian forces. No casualties or damage were reported.
A drone exploded in Bulgaria near the Trans-Balkan gas pipeline, and unidentified unmanned aerial vehicles have entered European territory, raising concerns of Russian escalation due to the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Hong Kong's Labour Department is testing infrared thermal-imaging drones to detect illegal smoking at construction sites, with plans to integrate AI for worker identification.
Russia has launched a missile attack on Kiev, with over 20 missiles hitting the city in less than an hour. The attack has caused significant damage and fires, with reports of people trapped under the rubble. The Ukrainian military has activated its air defense system to c…
Ukrainian President Selenskyj accused Russia of a targeted campaign of drone attacks on civilians in Cherson, citing a video showing a drone pursuing a vegetable vendor before exploding next to him. The attack is not an isolated incident, Selenskyj said, and he called for…
The Ukrainian police have released a video showing a drone attacking a civilian in Cherson, Ukraine. The video appears to show the drone repeatedly attacking the man, who tries to hide behind a transport vehicle. The attack is believed to have occurred in the city of Cher…
Japan needs to adapt to the new methods of warfare like drones and artificial intelligence used in Ukraine and the Middle East and strengthen its defense industry, the government said Tuesday.
Russia says seven people, including three children, were killed and 40 injured after a Ukrainian drone struck a crowded beach in southern Russia. The attack occurred in the city of Anapa, where tourists were gathered for the New Year's holiday.
At Least Seven Killed, Three Children Among Them, in Ukrainian Drone Strike on Russian Beach
A Ukrainian drone strike on a Russian beach has killed at least seven people, including three children, and injured dozens. The attack occurred on a popular beach in the southern region of Krasnodar, where hundreds of families were enjoying the summer sun and water.
Leaked emails reveal that Israel's Elbit Systems pitched advanced drones to the UAE following a Houthi missile and drone attack in 2022. The drones were valued at $154m, with additional upgrades bringing it up to $225m.
Russia's online retailer Wildberries says warehouse on fire after Ukrainian drone attack
Russia's online retailer Wildberries says a Ukrainian drone attack on one of its warehouses in the Vladimir region has caused a fire to break out and that staff have been evacuated.
Taiwan's political parties are deadlocked over efforts to boost military drone capacity due to disagreements over funding and oversight. The ruling Democratic Progressive Party and the opposition broadly agree on the need to expand the island's arsenal of drones, but they…
Lebanon Customs in Tripoli seized a large quantity of drones during an operation to combat smuggling. The drones were confiscated, and their owner was taken to the Tripoli Customs Center for investigation.
DoorDash is launching a new drone delivery program called DoorDash Air, which has received approval from the Federal Aviation Administration. The company will build its own drones, designed specifically for food delivery, and establish the necessary ground-level infrastru…
China's low-altitude aviation industry is expanding beyond passenger air taxis to practical applications like emergency rescue, cargo transport, and building maintenance, as showcased at a recent Shanghai expo. Regulatory hurdles remain a significant challenge for wider a…
Malian forces and Russian auxiliaries deployed Shahed-136 drones in northern Mali in early July, marking their first confirmed use in the conflict. Two incidents, including a July 17 explosion in Talhandak, confirm this new long-range strike capability.
Ukraine has dismissed Iranian threats of retaliation, following Kyiv's targeting of an Iranian cargo vessel in the Caspian Sea on Saturday. The incident marked the first direct link between the wars in Iran and Ukraine.
Iran and the United States held their fire for a third consecutive day on Monday, though American ally Saudi Arabia said it had intercepted a drone attack launched by Tehran-backed groups in Iraq.
Yemeni armed forces targeted two Saudi oil tankers with several missiles and drones, forcing about 10 ships to retreat and return.
Iranian armed forces are conducting retaliatory operations, and the production of missiles and drones continues. This was stated by the spokesman of Iranian armed forces, Major General Abolfazl Shekarchi.
Iran's Army Air Defense Force has shot down a hostile suicide drone over the northwestern province of East Azerbaijan. The drone was intercepted at 18:30 local time and destroyed under the command of the unified national air defense network.
Ukraine fires 400 drones toward Moscow as Zelenskyy grapples with protests
Ukraine fired more than 400 drones toward Moscow in its latest major attack on the Russian capital, the city's mayor said Monday. The blitz came hours after Russia bombarded Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities with ballistic missiles in a relentless cycle of tit-for-tat strikes.
Ukraine drone attack on Moscow region wounds 10 people
A Ukrainian drone attack on the Moscow region has wounded at least 10 people, including a child, Russian authorities said. The strikes targeted an oil depot and 'logistics facilities'.
Photos and discussions about China’s recent use of heavy-duty drones to ‘airlift’ villagers affected by flooding in Guangxi have gone viral. The drones helped identify those still trapped and carried out quick surveys of inundated areas.
Iran's army said it launched a new wave of drone strikes against U.S. troop positions, air defence and missile systems, and support facilities in Kuwait early Monday, in retaliation for repeated American strikes on Iran.