ukraine
Ukraine builds an ‘anti-drone dome’ with interceptor UAVs
Ukraine is creating an 'anti-drone dome' by combining interceptor UAVs, mobile air‑defence teams and sensors to protect key areas from hostile drones.
military
Analysis of drone deployment, tactical innovation, and defense strategies within armed forces, focusing on European and allied military operations.
nato
Denmark sends more troops to Greenland amid Arctic tensions
Denmark is deploying several hundred soldiers to Greenland and has asked NATO for a mission to sustain a one- to two-year presence in response to Arctic security concerns and political pressure from the United States.
central-eastern-europe
FIREPOWER: All eyes on Hungary’s SAFE plans, plus drones, Greenland, Russia defences
Hungary’s SAFE plans are drawing scrutiny from EU partners over procurement transparency and interoperability, while Commission drone moves, Greenland geopolitics and Russian air-defence lessons shape Europe's defence debate.
ukraine
Ukraine using Leleka-100 drones that evade Russian interceptors
Ukraine has begun using Leleka‑100 tactical drones that reportedly evade Russian interceptor systems, providing real-time reconnaissance and faster target engagement advantages.
Russia
Sea drones halt operations at major Russian oil terminal
Sea drones forced a temporary halt to operations at a major Russian oil terminal, disrupting loading activities and raising energy‑security concerns.
defense
France orders two Saab GlobalEye AEW&C aircraft
France’s procurement agency contracted Saab on 30 December 2025 to supply two GlobalEye AEW&C aircraft to boost national airborne surveillance and NATO interoperability.
military
‘No warehouses anymore’: drones delivering supplies to Ukraine’s frontlines
Ukrainian forces are using autonomous and remotely piloted cargo drones to deliver ammunition, medical supplies and food directly to front-line units, reducing dependence on rear warehouses and vulnerable convoys.
military
Autonomy isn’t capability until it’s tested - Air Force Test Center
The U.S. Air Force Test Center warns that autonomous systems only become reliable military capabilities after rigorous, realistic testing and evaluation.
central-eastern-europe
If Czech Combat Jets Go to Ukraine to Hunt Shahed Drones, Which Could Be Sent?
Czech L‑159 light attack jets and Saab Gripen fighters are the most likely aircraft that could be transferred to Ukraine to engage Shahed loitering munitions, but operational, technical and political constraints limit their effectiveness.
military
Innovation at Best Drone Warfighter Competition in Grafenwoehr
The Best Drone Warfighter Competition in Grafenwoehr brought warfighters and technologists together to test and demonstrate drone capabilities.
industry
GA-ASI’s second Blue Magic Netherlands hub doubles European support impact
GA-ASI announced a second Blue Magic Netherlands capability on 18 November to double regional sustainment and support for unmanned systems in Europe.
defense
Helsing equips Eurofighter with AI electronic warfare system
Helsing and Saab Germany will integrate Cirra AI into the Eurofighter Arexis EW suite to improve real-time emitter classification and fighter survivability.