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15 May

Air

Maris-Tech Pushes Drones Closer to Fully Autonomous Target Tracking

Maris-Tech is addressing a key challenge in drone-based surveillance missions: maintaining stable target tracking while reducing reliance on external systems and operator input.

15 May

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

Ethan M. Encarnacion

When Rifles Go Airborne: Iraq’s New Combat Drone Brings Rifle Firepower Aloft

A new multi-mission drone mounted with an infantry rifle has emerged as Iraq's latest push to pair all-day airborne surveillance with integrated firepower support.

15 May

Europe

A Ukrainian soldier preparing a drone for use.

Staff Writer With AFP

Ukrainian Strikes Kill Four in City Near Moscow: Russia

Ukrainian drone strikes killed four, including a child, hitting an apartment block and industrial facilities in Ryazan, southwest of Moscow.

15 May

Americas

Ethan M. Encarnacion

US Startup Develops System That Lets Shooters Aim Without Using Sights

A Florida-based startup is aiming to change how shooters engage targets, unveiling augmented reality glasses designed to project a red-dot aiming cue and potentially replace traditional optic systems.

15 May

Middle East

Marines assigned to Fleet Anti-Terrorism Security Team, Central Command (FASTCENT), approach the Arc Liberty, a Military Sealift Command time chartered vessel, in the Arabian Gulf to provide embarked security during a Strait of Hormuz transit.

Staff Writer With AFP

Iran Allows Chinese Ships to Pass Hormuz

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said that naval forces had allowed a number of Chinese ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

15 May

Americas

Ethan M. Encarnacion

L3Harris Adds AI Counter-Drone Capability to Tactical Radios

L3Harris is introducing a software upgrade that turns tactical radios into an intelligent response network designed to help defend against small attack drones.

15 May

Americas