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Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

Polish Drone Swarm Nails 1-Meter Precision in Live Strike Test

A Polish-developed drone swarm system demonstrated 1-meter strike precision during a recent live test, marking another step toward operational use for autonomous swarm technology.

1 July

Europe

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

Estonia Demos Drone-Based SIGINT to Hunt Enemy Electronic Emitters

Estonia is equipping frontline troops with a portable drone-based signals intelligence capability designed to detect hostile electronic emitters beyond the reach of ground-based sensors.

1 July

Space

Ethan M. Encarnacion

Israel Pursues ‘World’s First’ Laser Weapon Capability in Space

Israel has set its sights on becoming the first country to deploy a laser weapon system capable of striking from outer space.

1 July

Americas

U.S. Air Force members of the utilize computer communication systems during the Agile Flag 21-2 experiment at Naval Outlying Landing Field Choctaw, Florida, May 3, 2021. Air Combat Command developed the Agile Flag 21-2 experiment to create a lead wing, aligning squadrons from different locations under a single commander, enhancing their readiness as a team before deploying into a contested environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Dowe)

Jodesz Gavilan

Tyto Athene Secures $51M to Sustain US Air Force Communications

Tyto Athene has secured a $51-million US Air Force contract to sustain the service's global voice communications infrastructure over the next five years.

1 July

Americas

US Air Force air battle manager evaluates AI battle management tools during the MASH human-machine teaming experiment in Las Vegas. Photo: Debora Henley/DVIDS

Samantha Alexa

US Air Force, Space Force Hold Joint AI Experiment for Future Multi-Domain Warfare

The US Department of the Air Force has taken another step toward AI-enabled warfare, demonstrating that multiple artificial intelligence tools from different developers can operate together in a unified battle management environment.

1 July

Technology

A US Air Force aircrew member operates mission systems aboard a military aircraft. Photo: Airman 1st Class Arnet Tamayo/DVIDS

Samantha Alexa

Explainable AI Set to Power Multi-Domain Defense Systems in SNC-Seekr Partnership

SNC has tapped AI developer Seekr to embed explainable AI into multi-domain mission systems, aiming to deliver faster and more transparent battlefield decision-making.

Jun- 2026 -

30 June

Technology

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Aron Tahdooahnippah, from Oklahoma, a fixed-wing aircraft loadmaster with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252, adjusts a night vision device near 8 Wing/Canadian Forces Base Trenton, Ontario, Jan. 18, 2025. VMGR-252 participated in a cold-weather training exercise alongside the Royal Canadian Air Force’s 436 Transport Squadron to improve interoperability and increase proficiency while operating KC-130J Super Hercules aircraft in cold and extreme cold weather conditions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mya Seymour)

Rojoef Manuel

Czech Military Orders 17,000 Night Vision Parts From Exosens

Lithuanian sensing company BROLIS has awarded a contract to French industry partner Exosens for the supply of approximately 17,000 image intensifier tubes to the Czech Armed Forces.

30 June

Arms

Machine gun ammunition is seen stacked at a supply point as Soldiers assigned to the 95th Chemical Company, “Arctic Dragons”, 17th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, U.S. Army Alaska, prepare to execute a gunnery live-fire exercise with M1135 Stryker Nuclear Biological Chemical Reconnaissance Vehicles on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, April 5, 2017. The gunnery tested Soldier’s proficiency with identifying, engaging, and eliminating hostile targets while increasing combat effectiveness. The Styker NBCRV provides Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical detection and surveillance for battlefield visualization, and situational awareness to increase unit combat power. The core of the NBCRV is its on-board integrated NBC sensor suite, and integrated meteorological system. An NBC positive overpressure system minimizes cross-contamination of samples and detection instruments, provides crew protection, and allows extended operation at Mission Oriented Protective Posture. (U.S. Air Force photo/Justin Connaher)

Rojoef Manuel

US Army Bases to House Critical Mineral Refineries

The US Army has awarded contracts to build and operate critical mineral processing facilities on military installations, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign supplies for materials used in defense systems.

30 June

Asia Pacific

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

China Offers First Official Glimpse of Its Secretive Sixth-Gen Fighter Jet

China has dropped what appears to be the first official visuals of its mysterious sixth-generation combat platform, offering a rare glimpse of an aircraft long surrounded by speculation.

30 June

Europe

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

MBDA’s New AI Tool Charts Cruise Missile Routes in Seconds

European defense giant MBDA aims to cut the time required for complex cruise missile mission planning from hours to minutes with its new AI-powered software.

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