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17 May

Two Ukrainian soldiers stand proudly in front of a lineup of military drones, showcasing their advanced technology.

Ukraine Launches More Than 500 Drones at Russia, Killing 3: Moscow

A huge wave of more than 500 Ukrainian drones attacked Russia, killing three people in the Moscow region, authorities said.

15 May

Americas

Rojoef Manuel

US Special Ops Chiefs Push for Right-to-Repair Authority for Military Systems

US special operations commanders have revealed that proprietary restrictions imposed by defense contractors are slowing efforts to rapidly repair military equipment, particularly unmanned aerial systems, as adversaries move faster with commercially available technology.

15 May

Air

150326-N-ZZ999-001 WATERS TO THE SOUTH OF THE KOREAN PENINSULA, Republic of Korea (March 26, 2015) – An MV-22 Osprey, from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262 (reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, demonstrates its vertical takeoff and landing (VSTOL) capabilities aboard the amphibious assault ship ROKS Dokdo (LPH 6111) during training to strengthen the interoperability between the Navy and Marine Corps of both the U.S. and Republic of Korea. The Marines of the 31st MEU are embarked aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) and currently conducting a regularly-scheduled patrol of the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo courtesy of ROK Navy / Released)

Rojoef Manuel

Airbility, Schübeler Launch eVTOL Propulsion Tech Collaboration

South Korea’s Airbility has signed a memorandum of understanding with Germany-based Schübeler to jointly develop electric ducted fan propulsion systems for next-generation eVTOL aircraft, the companies announced.

15 May

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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

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.

14 May

Air

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth hosts a drone demonstration at the Pentagon, July 10, 2025. The event was hosted to portray the Secretary of Defense’s initiative of Unleashing U.S. Military Drone Dominance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alondra Y. Lopez Gonzalez)

Rojoef Manuel

Pentagon Sends Reps to Absorb Ukraine’s Drone Warfare Techniques

The US Department of Defense has deployed representatives to Ukraine to study drone combat and apply battlefield lessons to American military operations.

14 May

Air

The Disruptor loitering munition, part of the Phoenix Ghost Group 3 unmanned aerial system

Rojoef Manuel

AEVEX to Supply Drone for US Air Force One-Way Attack Ops

California drone developer AEVEX has received an $18.5-million contract to provide a tactical unmanned aerial system for the US Air Force.

14 May

Europe

Ethan M. Encarnacion

Ukraine’s New Laser Tool Makes Strike Drones Easier to See in Total Darkness

Ukrainian forces have turned to lasers to spot and track drones in complete darkness, aiming to improve nighttime targeting while reducing the cost of countering low-cost aerial threats.

14 May

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