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Russia to Ready Coastal Base for Underwater Nuclear Drones by 2022

Russia is constructing a coastal base at an undisclosed location for its Poseidon unmanned underwater “doomsday nuke” drone.

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Citing National Security, US Blocks Chinese Tech

The US government is moving to block the import of technology from China and other countries that may threaten the country’s national security. 

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General Atomics Fits Infrared Targeting Pod Into Avenger Drone

A General Atomics Avenger drone recently completed a test flight equipped with a Lockheed Martin Legion Pod, which allows for better detection and tracking of air-to-air targets.

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German Defense Minister Pushes Need for Stronger Air Defenses Against Drones

Germany’s minister of defense has highlighted the need to strengthen the country’s air defenses citing the threat posed by armed drones.

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Iran’s Guards Hold Missile, Drone Drill

Iran's Revolutionary Guards on Friday launched a missile and drone drill in central Iran, the country's third military exercise in less than two weeks.

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Russia’s Hunter Drone Drops Bomb on Moving Target in Landmark Test

Russia’s heavy strike stealth drone, Okhotnik, or Hunter, successfully dropped a large bomb in a first of its kind test for the aircraft.

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US Navy to Deploy Laser-Based HELIOS System This Year

The US Navy will test HELIOS, a weapon system that utilizes high-energy fiber lasers, for permanent vessel deployment early this year.

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Insitu Settles for $25M After Claims It Sold Drones With Used Parts to US Military

Boeing-owned drone manufacturer Insitu has agreed to pay $25 million to settle allegations that its military drones were made with used parts instead of new materials.

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Japan to Test Vehicle-Mounted Laser System Capable of Taking Out Drones

Japan will test a vehicle-mounted laser system this year to assess its ability to destroy unmanned aerial systems.

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Parrot to Supply French Army with Hundreds of Micro-Drones

Drone manufacturer Parrot will supply the French Army with 300 of its ANAFI USA micro-drones to improve the country's reconnaissance capabilities.

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