Ukrainian battlefield innovation, especially in drones, has shifted modern warfare and is now influencing U.S. military planning. Two years ago, Ukrainian engineers began experimenting with drone-on-d
Britain seeks wearable jammers to beat drones in Ukraine
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The UK Ministry of Defence has asked British companies to supply counter-drone jamming equipment for Ukraine, in a fast-tracked procurement round under Operation Scorpius and Taskforce Kindred. The re
Urban Warfare Project - Modern War Institute
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The Modern War Institute’s Urban Warfare Project is a special series focused on the realities, challenges, and lessons of fighting in cities. It is framed by Gen. Mark A. Milley’s warning that the U.S
Inside Ukraine’s Kill Zone
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The article describes how the war in Ukraine has evolved into a drone-dominated battlefield, especially in a deadly “kill zone” stretching along the front line. In this area, which can be about 30 km
Russia has reportedly added an unusually simple navigation fix to its Molniya attack drones: a basic magnetic compass read by an onboard camera. According to Ukrainian defense advisor and radio techno
NATO has announced a major expansion of its drone warfare preparation, aiming to train five times as many drone operators by 2027. The plan was unveiled by Secretary General Mark Rutte at the NATO Sum
Ukraine has been using a powerful mix of Soviet-era military equipment and modern software to achieve remarkable battlefield results against Russia. The article highlights how the Ukrainian nonprofit
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A Ukrainian drone unit has released an unverified night-vision video that appears to show an interceptor drone chasing down a Russian Shahed attack drone, drawing attention in the U.S. as the Army mov
Ukraine’s “e-Points” system is reshaping how front-line units choose targets by rewarding them for destroying Russian soldiers and equipment, then letting them spend points on military gear through th
Ukraine’s “e-Points” system is reshaping how frontline units choose targets by rewarding strikes that align with broader military priorities. Under the program, soldiers earn points for destroying Rus
Ukraine’s “e-Points” system is reshaping how front-line units choose targets by rewarding them for destroying Russian soldiers and equipment, then letting them spend points on military gear through th
Russia launched a large overnight attack on Kyiv, combining drones with a hypersonic ballistic missile, in one of its most intense strikes on the Ukrainian capital in recent months, AP News reported.
Ukraine has rapidly built a new class of low-cost interceptor drones to counter Russia’s Shahed-136 attacks, which have become one of the war’s most destructive threats. In an interview, Brave1 CEO An
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A New York Times investigation reveals that U.S. involvement in the Ukraine war was far deeper and more secretive than publicly known. In the early weeks after Russia’s invasion in 2022, two top Ukrai
The Pentagon’s counter-drone strategy is being reshaped after a September exercise in Florida that mimicked Ukraine’s “Spiderweb” drone attack on Russia. At Eglin Air Force Base, members of the 10th S
The Pentagon’s counter-drone strategy is shifting after a September exercise in Florida that closely replicated Ukraine’s “Spiderweb” drone attack on Russia. During Operation Clear Horizon at Eglin Ai
Ukraine’s Main Directorate of Intelligence (HUR) cyber unit launched a major cyberattack on Gazprom’s network infrastructure on July 17, severely disrupting Russia’s state-owned gas giant. According t
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukrainian forces captured a Russian position using only ground robotic systems and drones, marking what he described as the first such operation in the his
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In March 2026, Ukraine deployed specialist teams to five Middle Eastern countries—United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, and Jordan—to assist in intercepting drones and advising on air-def
In early March, a groundbreaking counter-drone laser test was conducted by the Army Multi-Purpose High Energy Laser (AMP-HEL) at the White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico. During the test, the laser
The U.S. Army has awarded Anduril Industries a significant $20 billion contract aimed at enhancing counter-drone capabilities. Announced by the Pentagon, this firm fixed-price agreement is designed to
Ukraine is set to implement anti-drone protective netting along 600 kilometers of vital front-line roads to enhance military logistics and medical evacuations, as announced by Deputy Prime Minister Ol
The Pentagon's Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF 401) has released new guidelines focused on counter-drone technology, emphasizing the need for standardized testing while complying with federal
The United States has delivered National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile Systems (NASAMS) to Ukraine, enhancing the country's air defense capabilities amid ongoing Russian missile and drone attacks. U
Ukrainian hackers infiltrated Russian drone operators' systems for six months, revealing how Russia utilized Belarusian cell towers to conduct drone strikes on Ukrainian power plants and test attack r
Ihor Samokhodskyi's opinion piece highlights a concerning trend in the use of AI technology in Russia, particularly through its most popular AI assistant, Alice. Samokhodskyi conducted tests revealing
Ukraine has implemented a pay-per-kill system to counter Russian Shahed drones, offering $20,000 for each downed drone. This initiative has reportedly enabled Ukraine to acquire 40,000 interceptor dro
Five stories that surprised the space world: 2025 review - Breaking Defense
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The year 2025 brought significant and unexpected developments in the military space sector, as highlighted in a review by Breaking Defense.
1. **ESA's Defense Role**: The European Space Agency (ESA)
The article discusses the availability and pricing of hand muffs designed for drone operators on Prom.ua in Ukraine. It highlights various products, including heated muffs that can be powered by a pow