Russia’s new thermobaric warheads in Shaheds prompt urgent safety measures in Ukraine
In response to Russia’s use of thermobaric warheads in Shahed drones, Defense Express experts advise Ukrainians to add a new layer of protection.
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Newsweek: Iran enters space race, launches first private satellites with Russian support
Iran has taken a significant step into the space race, launching its first private satellites, Kowsar and Hodhod, into orbit with the help of a Russian Soyuz rocket.
Four new ground drones cleared for Ukrainian army deployment to enhance logistics
The newly-codified land-based robotic platforms support cargo transport, reconnaissance, and casualty extraction.
Ukraine, Lithuania agree to jointly produce military drones, EW systems, ammunition
Defense ministers signed a memorandum, establishing joint production amid Ukraine's ongoing military needs.
Ukrainian drone unit strikes another Russian Buk-M2 air defense system in Luhansk Oblast (video)
Ukraine's 77th Separate Airmobile Brigade used reconnaissance drones for targeting and FPV drones for the attack.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 984: Ukraine downs 1,100 Russian drones in October
Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces destroyed six Russian tanks and nine infantry fighting vehicles in a single coordinated attack.
Ukraine develops new AI drones to counter Iranian-made Shaheds
Military expert and former SBU officer Ivan Stupak has announced that Ukraine is trialing its AI-powered drones, which can track and intercept Russian 'Shaheds' moving at speeds over 150 km per hour.
Ukraine denies Russia’s full control over Donetsk Oblast’s Chasiv Yar, Toretsk
Fighting reportedly continues, with Russian tactics shifting from frontal assaults to infiltration tactics, using smaller groups.
WP: Russian drones targeting Kherson civilians in ongoing “human safari”
Russian forces systematically terrorize Kherson's residents using small drones and mines, with 133 killed and 1,350 injured between July and October 2024.
Ukrainian drones strike Berdiansk port under Russian occupation
Allegedly Ukrainian UAVs attacked the port, as per the occupation authorities. There are no reports on the attack's consequences.
Ukraine scrambles to counter new Russian fiber optic drone threat
The Russian military has successfully deployed fiber optic guidance technology for FPV drones, rendering traditional electronic warfare countermeasures ineffective against these aerial attacks.
Ukraine contracts 1.8 million drones for army for next two years
Ukraine's defense ministry contracted 1.8 million drones worth 147 billion hryvnias ($3.6 bn) for 2024-2025, marking a significant expansion of its unmanned aerial capabilities.
Russian recon drones start performing evasive maneuvers to avoid Ukrainian FPV interceptors
As Ukraine advances with FPV interceptor drones, Russian UAV operators are adopting new tactics to evade these countermeasures.
First-ever drone strike on Chechnya sparks fire at special forces university
A drone attacked the main building of Putin-named Russian Special Forces University in Gudermes, Chechnya, causing roof fire. Kadyrov reported no casualties, downplaying the target's significance by omitting Putin's name.
Ukrainian drone destroys two Russia’s most potent self-propelled guns 25 km behind lines
Since the full-scale invasion's outset, Russia lost at least 29 of its 60 valuable Pion SPGs.
Ukraine intercepts 44 of 91 Russian drones in overnight assault, sharp drop in defense rate
Ukrainian air defenses intercepted fewer than half of the incoming drones, a sharp decline from their usual 80-90% success rate.
Ukrainian tech firm launches affordable thermal cameras for military drones
Odd Systems launches domestically produced Kurbas-256 thermal cameras for military drones, offering advanced features and competitive pricing from $250.
Baykar signs new cooperation agreement with Ukraine at defense industry fair
Turkish drone manufacturer disclosed no details about the deal, but Ukraine's MFA hinted it may be related to Kızılelma jet drone production in Ukraine.
Austin: US to invest in Ukraine’s long-range weapons production, focusing on drones
The US Defense Secretary noted the effectiveness of Ukraine's drones at striking distant targets and cost advantages over traditional missiles.
Drones strike distilleries in multiple Russian regions
Allegedly Ukrainian UAVs targeted Russian alcohol production facilities in Tula, Tambov, Voronezh oblasts, damaging factory buildings.
