China inaugurates a low-altitude economic development center in Tibet, supporting Beijing's push for industrial growth in autonomous regions, following the launch of a high-altitude uncrewed equipment test base in Ngari prefecture.
The US Coast Guard seeks commercially available systems to detect, track, and disable unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) due to a perceived defence gap as China expands its autonomous underwater capabilities.
A drone gifted to late US Sen. Lindsey Graham during his birthday visit to a Ukrainian drone factory will now be deployed against Russian forces, as announced by US activist Laura Loomer.
China's 40,000-tonne amphibious assault ship Sichuan, equipped with an electromagnetic catapult system, has entered its final testing phase, with capabilities to launch crewed and uncrewed aircraft, including the GJ-21 stealth attack drone, enhancing Beijing's potential action capabilities against Taiwan.
The number of megacities (urban areas with over 10 million people) is projected to increase from 33 in 2025 to 37 by 2050, with Africa and South Asia driving growth, and potentially seeing the emergence of 'gigacities' like Lagos with over 100 million residents.
The US and Saudi Arabia conducted joint precision strikes in eastern Iraq against Iran-aligned groups, responding to over 30 IRGC-directed drone attacks on US forces and Saudi energy infrastructure within 72 hours.
Taiwan detects PLA helicopter and UAV crossing the median line in the Taiwan Strait, lingering in restricted 'R9' area for 9.5 hours, sparking concerns of a rehearsed operation for potential conflict.
Incendios forestales en Ávila, Madrid y Toledo dejan imágenes impactantes. La Guardia Civil emplea drones con cámaras térmicas para monitorear y coordinar la extinción, mejorando la eficacia de los equipos de emergencia.
Romania's air force shot down two drones violating its airspace near the Ukrainian border, with one identified as a Shahed-type drone, commonly used by Russia against Ukraine.
Romania downs third drone in as many days, attributing the incidents to Russia, escalating tensions. Meanwhile, the EU manages a delicate trade balance with the US, facing new tariffs and a potentially inflammatory Google fine amid fragile truce.
Russia's Defense Ministry claims to have downed 1,060 Ukrainian drones and 8 guided bombs in 24 hours, while also striking Ukrainian military targets, resulting in estimated Ukrainian losses of 1,345 servicemen.
Researchers in south-east Queensland are using thermal drones and tracking collars to find koalas faster, treat sick animals sooner and support a repopulation program in Brisbane Koala Bushlands.
Au moins 10 morts et près de 100 blessés dans une attaque russe près de Kiev. Des sanctions EU contre le pétrole russe contournées via la Géorgie. L'Ukraine cible des entrepôts russes avec des drones.
Indonesia's National Economic Council Chairman, 78, expresses desire to relocate assets to Bali citing the unending Middle East conflict, amidst Indonesia's economic crisis.
Ukrainian drones attacked Belgorod and its district, causing casualties and damage, with regional governor Alexander Shuvayev confirming the incident and urging precautions.
Russian forces conducted a group strike on a facility near Kiev, targeting a site where drones used in attacks on Russian civilian targets were demonstrated. The Russian Defense Ministry stated drone developers and Ukrainian special services were present, while Ukrainian officials opened a criminal case and denied responsibility, stating it was a private event.
Russian attacks in Ukraine killed at least 15 people, including 10 in a ballistic missile strike on a drone technology exhibition near Kyiv and five in Sloviansk. Ukrainian President Zelensky reported 100 injuries near Kyiv and warned of another massive Russian missile strike.
Drones carrying explosives targeted a city in northern Iraq where US forces are stationed, while sirens rang out in Bahrain. Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed responsibility for targeting an Amazon data center in Bahrain, hours after the US completed its 13th night of strikes against Iran, escalating regional tensions.
Romania shot down a foreign drone near Padina on Friday, marking its first such interception, intensifying concerns over NATO's eastern flank security amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict and previous airspace breaches by suspected Russian UAVs.
Ukrainian drone strikes have targeted Wildberries, Russia's largest e-commerce company, destroying warehouses and billions in inventory. Hundreds of small businesses storing goods are devastated, highlighting Ukraine's new strategy to erode Russian normality and disrupt logistics.
A Romanian F-16 fighter jet shot down a drone that entered the country's airspace near Padina, 90 km northeast of Bucharest. An investigation has been launched into the incident, which marks the third drone incursion into Romania in two months, following previous incidents involving Ukrainian naval drones and a Russian 'Geran-2' kamikaze drone.
Un drone è stato abbattuto nello spazio aereo rumeno con il supporto degli Eurofighter italiani in servizio Nato. La ministra degli Esteri rumena Toiu Oana ha confermato l'incidente e l'impegno nella difesa aerea. L'UE ha espresso preoccupazione e solidarietà.
India's DRDO Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) successfully developed its first 350kg thrust-class expendable turbojet engine. This indigenous technology is crucial for platforms like cruise missiles and target drones, reducing import dependence and enhancing capabilities for non-contact kinetic warfare.
Russia's Defense Ministry reported intercepting 571 Ukrainian drones overnight across multiple regions, the Sea of Azov, and the Black Sea. Attacks targeted civilian infrastructure in St. Petersburg, Leningrad, and Tver regions, causing fires, structural collapses, and injuring three people. The Russian Investigative Committee has opened a criminal probe into the incident.
