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defense-and-security1 month ago•5 min saved

Iran Claims Capture of U.S. Anduril Dive-LD Drone in Hormuz Amidst Escalating Gulf Conflict

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims to have captured a U.S. Anduril Dive-LD autonomous underwater vehicle in the Strait of Hormuz. The drone, a 5.8-meter long endurance system used by the U.S. Navy for intelligence and mine-hunting, was photographed by Iranian sources. This incident occurs amid renewed military hostilities between the U.S. and Iran, including strikes on oil tankers and threats to target U.S. energy assets in the Gulf.

via navalnews.com|

#anduril-dive-ld #defense-and-security #iran

world3 months ago•2 min saved

Ukraine intensifies Crimea logistics pressure with renewed Henichesk Strait bridge strike

Ukraine says it conducted an overnight, coordinated campaign targeting Russian logistics, air defenses, UAV command posts, and fuel and energy nodes across occupied territories and Russia. The road bridge over the Henichesk Strait near Henichesk in Kherson Oblast was struck again, continuing a pattern aimed at choking land access to occupied Crimea. Other strikes hit a Pantsir-S1 air-defense system in Dolynske, Zaporizhzhia, UAV command posts in Soledar, Hrozove, and Terebreno, and gas compressor stations in Crimea, as part of an effort to degrade Russia’s ability to sustain operations by disrupting rear logistics and drone coordination; damage assessments are ongoing.

via Euromaidan Press|

#crimea #henichesk-strait-bridge #logistics

world3 months ago•5 min saved

Ukraine Hits Key Supply Route and Russian Air Defenses in Southern Strikes

Ukrainian forces say they struck a bridge over the Henichesk Strait used to move Russian troops from Crimea, a Pantsir-S air-defense system near Dolynske in Zaporizhzhia, and UAV command posts in Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Belgorod. The campaign also saw drone strikes across Crimea causing fires at energy and transport facilities, including the Tavriyska Thermal Power Plant near Strohonivka, oil/gas storage sites northwest of Bakhchysarai, and gas distribution stations near Zhuravlivka and Lokhivka, with air defenses activated across several locations.

via Kyiv Post|

#crimea #henichesk-strait #russia

world4 months ago•2 min saved

Ukraine Strikes Russian UAV Depot in Occupied Mariupol (Video)

Ukrainian drone operators from the Raid 413th Regiment reportedly hit a Russian drone storage facility used by a unit of Russia's 60th Brigade in Mariupol, located near the Zakhidnyi district. The strike, carried out with Fire Point drones, damaged a behind-front-lines unmanned-vehicle facility, with the exact extent of damage not disclosed. The incident underscores Kyiv's growing ability to target enemy drone infrastructure deep behind the front lines.

via Defense Express|

#drone-depot #mariupol #russia

world9 months ago•2 min saved

Thailand and Cambodia Announce Second Ceasefire Amid Regional Diplomacy

Thailand has accused Cambodia of violating a recently signed ceasefire by deploying over 250 UAVs, amid ongoing border tensions and clashes that have displaced nearly a million people. The ceasefire, brokered with international support, remains fragile as both nations accuse each other of provocations, with recent incidents threatening to undermine the peace efforts.

via BBC|

#border-clashes #cambodia #ceasefire

defense1 year ago•2 min saved

Ukraine Advances Long-Range Arsenal with Drones and Missiles

Ukraine is testing a new long-range weapon, the Ruta missile, developed by the Europe-based startup Destinus, founded by Mikhail Kokorich. The Ruta is a jet-powered drone with a 300 km range, capable of reconnaissance, suicide attacks, or serving as a training target. It features a rocket booster for takeoff and is designed for high-speed flight, making it effective against Russian air defenses. The drone's design allows for interchangeable payloads, enhancing its versatility for various missions.

via Defense Express|

#defense #destinus #military-technology

military1 year ago•0 min saved

IDF Admits Error as Houthi Drone Strikes Yavne

A drone from Yemen hit a building in Yavne, Israel, after the Israeli Air Force (IAF) did not intercept it, suspecting it might be a civilian aircraft. The IAF's Maj.-Gen. Tomer Bar explained that the drone was initially identified as suspicious but not hostile, leading to no interception or sirens. Bar apologized for the failure to provide security and warning to civilians.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#civilian-aircraft #iaf #israel

world-news2 years ago•1 min saved

"Hezbollah Agent Arrested in Germany for UAV Parts Purchase"

A Hezbollah operative has been arrested in Germany for purchasing parts for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

via The Jerusalem Post|

#arrest #germany #hezbollah

militarysecurity2 years ago•1 min saved

"Israel's Successful Interception of Iranian UAVs and Missiles: A Defining Moment in Middle East Defense"

The Israel Air Force intercepted an unmanned aircraft that entered Israeli territory from the east overnight, with no casualties or damage reported. The IDF tracked the vehicle, which did not pose a threat, and no alerts were activated in accordance with policy.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#iaf #idf #israel

militaryinternational-conflict2 years ago•1 min saved

Israeli Air Force Strikes Hezbollah Targets in Lebanon, Iron Dome Intercepts Rocket Barrage

Israel Air Force jets conducted airstrikes on Hezbollah military structures in Lebanon's Yaroun and Kafra regions, with an additional strike in the Kfarhamam region to eliminate an immediate threat. This action was in response to an explosive Hezbollah UAV crossing into Israel's Metula area, which was subsequently shot down by Israeli forces. No injuries were reported.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#hezbollah #iaf #israel

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Revolutionary Jet Completes First Flight with Engine Featuring No Moving Parts"

Wave Engine Corp., a Baltimore start-up, has successfully flight-tested a jet engine with no moving parts, using pressure waves instead of rotating parts to produce thrust. The technology, a contemporary variation of the pulsejet engine, has the potential to significantly reduce the cost and complexity of jet propulsion. While pulsejet designs have been around for a century, they have been largely dismissed by the commercial aviation industry due to noise and regulation issues. However, companies like Boeing, Pratt & Whitney, and General Electric are exploring pulsejet engine technology for future applications. Wave Engine Corp. has officially launched its J-1 engine, which has 50+ pound-force of thrust, and is aiming to develop engines with up to 250 pound-force for larger aircraft.

via Robb Report|

#aviation-technology #jet-engine #pulsejet

military-conflict2 years ago•1 min saved

"Hezbollah Threatens Retaliation as IDF Strikes Deep Inside Lebanon"

Israeli fighter jets conducted airstrikes on Hezbollah weapons storage facilities near Sidon in Lebanon in response to a UAV launch toward Israel, targeting multiple Hezbollah infrastructure sites in southern Lebanon following Israeli intelligence identifying a terrorist entering a Hezbollah structure. Hezbollah also fired at an Israeli military post, with both sides exchanging attacks in the ongoing conflict.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#airstrike #hezbollah #idf

military2 years ago•1 min saved

"Ukraine's Special Operations Forces Destroy Russian Observation Posts and Unveil New Defense System"

The Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed Russian observation posts and killed five Russians in Kherson Oblast using a thermal imaging drone and direct actions, allowing for more control on the southern front despite heavy enemy artillery fire.

via Yahoo News|

#armed-forces-of-ukraine #kherson-oblast #military

military-technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"North Korea's Provocative Military Advances: From Nuclear-Capable Drones to Intimidation Tactics"

North Korea's new strategic drone, Saetbyul-4, appears to have repurposed landing gear from China's fighter jet J-7, raising questions about the country's indigenous aircraft production capabilities. The drone, showcased in a film featuring leader Kim Jong Un, bears a striking resemblance to the U.S. RQ-4 and shares landing gear components with China's J-7 fighter aircraft. This development comes amidst ongoing tensions with South Korea, and experts suggest that North Korea may still be in the experimental phase of its UAV program.

via Newsweek|

#china #fighter-jet #military-technology

military-technology3 years ago•2 min saved

Russia's Expanding and Lethal Arsenal of Exploding Drones Revealed in Documents

Leaked documents reveal that Russia is seeking to enhance its exploding drone capabilities, with plans to domestically manufacture 6,000 drones by 2025. The country is exploring a deadlier variant of Iran's Shahed-136 drones, capable of autonomous and coordinated attacks, potentially utilizing artificial intelligence. These explosive-laden drones, which Russia has been using in Ukraine, operate as loitering munitions and have the potential to cause significant damage when deployed in swarms. The development of a more advanced UAV force would allow Russia to supplement its limited precision guided munitions and increase its ability to strike behind enemy lines.

via Business Insider|

#autonomous-attacks #drones #explosive-weapons