Terra Drone has partnered with Ukrainian start-up Amazing Drones to develop and expand production of low-cost interceptor drones, marking Tokyo’s growing role in Ukraine’s defense technology sector. The collaboration includes investment and the joint rollout of the new Terra A1 interceptor drone, designed to counter hostile UAV threats at far lower cost than traditional missile defenses.


Japan's Terra Drone Partners Ukrainian Start-Up | Low-Cost Interceptor Drones in Focus 

Turkey's Defence Ministry said that NATO forces had intercepted a new missile fired from Iran, the fourth since the start of the Middle East war. None of the four projectiles managed to hit Turkish soil. The ​incident marked the fourth such incident ​since the start of the U.S.-Iraeli war with Iran, following three earlier ​interceptions by NATO systems ​earlier this month that prompted Ankara to ‌protest ⁠and warn Tehran. Tehran has denied in the previous three incidents that it authorised such launches ​and ​has asked ⁠Ankara to form a joint investigation into ​the matter.


BREAKING: Iran Fires Missile at Turkey, NATO Downs Fourth Missile

India’s indigenous Ghatak stealth combat drone programme is drawing fresh attention as the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) accelerates development of next-generation unmanned strike capabilities. Designed as a stealth flying-wing Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV), the Ghatak drone is expected to carry precision-guided weapons and penetrate heavily defended airspace without risking pilots’ lives.


India: Indigenous Ghatak Drones in Spotlight; Drones Being Developed by DRDO

A drone has been spotted over a US Army base in Washington, where senior officials including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth have official residences.

According to reports, multiple unidentified drones were detected over Fort McNair on at least one night in recent days, prompting heightened security measures and internal discussions at the White House.

Officials have not yet identified the origin or intent of the drones, raising concerns about surveillance and potential security vulnerabilities at one of the most sensitive military locations in the US.

The incident comes amid heightened tensions linked to the ongoing Iran conflict, with US authorities closely monitoring possible threats.

US-Iran War: Drone Breach at US Military Base Housing Rubio, Hegseth

The war between Israel and Iran has intensified, with Tehran launching a massive wave of missiles and drones toward Israeli territory. According to security assessments, more than 290 missiles and over 500 drones have been fired at Israel during the ongoing conflict.


Israel-Iran War: Iran Unleashes 290 Missiles, 500 Drones on Israel Amid War

Operations at the Port of Fujairah, one of the world’s key oil storage and bunkering hubs, have been partially suspended following a reported drone attack. Authorities in the Fujairah confirmed that some port operations were halted as a precaution while security assessments are underway.

Iran Drones Hit Key UAE Oil Port | Fujairah Suspends Operations

Iran has claimed it shot down a U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper drone as the conflict rapidly escalates across the Middle East and beyond. Footage circulating online appears to show the unmanned aircraft being struck mid-air, though independent verification has yet to be confirmed. The MQ-9 Reaper is a long-endurance surveillance and strike drone widely used by the United States in operations across the region. 


US-Iran War: IRGC's Big Claim of Shooting Down American Drones

Iran has launched a massive wave of drones and ballistic missiles targeting several Gulf countries as the U.S.–Iran war intensifies. Attacks have been reported toward the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia, with many missiles and drones intercepted by regional air-defense systems.

Iran Rains Drones, Missiles On Gulf: Will Saudi Arabia's Change Stance?

The impact of the escalating US-Iran conflict is spreading across the Gulf region as Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain report fresh drone and missile attacks. Riyadh has warned that Iranian strikes threaten regional stability, raising fears of a wider Middle East war.

The attacks come as tensions intensify between Iran, the United States and Israel, with Gulf nations now increasingly caught in the crossfire. Analysts say the developments could force countries like Saudi Arabia to reassess their diplomatic and security stance as the conflict risks dividing the Islamic world and destabilizing key energy and shipping routes in the region.

Iran Fights Back With Missiles & Drones: Attacks And Counter-Attacks Across West Asia

#Gravitas As hostile drones grow smaller, smarter, and deadlier, the Indian Army is preparing to hunt them down mid-air. The Ministry of Defence has issued a request for information seeking advanced drone catcher systems.  These are automated interceptor drones equipped with nets designed to trap or destroy hostile unmanned aerial systems.  


Indian Army News: Indian Army Seeks 'Drone Catchers' | Gravitas

India is set to block the flow of excess water from Ravi river into Pakistan as the Shahpur Kandi dam is set to be completed by March-end. This is seen a continuation of India's policy after the Pahalgam terror attack whereby the Indus Waters Treaty was suspended.


Pakistan Heading Towards Parched Summer as India's New Dam to Turn Off Ravi Water Tap | Gravitas

India has rejected directives under the Indus Water Treaty and refused to disclose technical data related to the Baglihar and Kishanganga hydropower projects. The move marks a firm stance by New Delhi amid ongoing disagreements over treaty mechanisms and information sharing linked to the two projects.


Indus Water Treaty: India Rejects Indus Water Treaty Directives, Refuses Data on Key Projects

Bangladesh has signed a major UAV deal with China’s CETC to boost indigenous drone capabilities. The agreement includes setting up a UAV manufacturing plant and technology transfer for MALE and VTOL drones, moving the Bangladesh Air Force toward greater self-reliance.


Bangladesh-China Defence Ties: Dhaka Boosts Indigenous Drone Capacity With Beijing Deal 

Australia has reported four shark attacks within just 48 hours, prompting authorities to deploy shark surveillance drones across popular beaches. The move aims to monitor shark activity, enhance public safety, and prevent further incidents. Officials are urging beachgoers to remain cautious as investigations continue into the spike in attacks. Watch for the latest updates, safety measures, and expert insights on the situation.

Australia Reports Four Shark Attacks in 48 Hours, Drones Deployed

Breaking: Indian Army troops fired on multiple suspected drones sighted over Jammu sectors including Naushera, Rajouri, Samba, Poonch, and Reasi along LoC/IB. Security forces activated anti-drone systems, machine guns, and area domination patrols after five drones hovered briefly. 


Breaking: Multiple Drone Incursions Reported in Jammu Sector, Indian Army Takes Counter Measures

Greenland is becoming a high-tech NATO fortress. The Pituffik base uses advanced radar to track missiles, while Denmark is deploying long-range drones, maritime patrol aircraft, and F-35 fighter jets.

Greenland is becoming a high-tech NATO fortress. The Pituffik base uses advanced radar to track missiles, while Denmark is deploying long-range drones, maritime patrol aircraft, and F-35 fighter jets.

'High-tech Arctic defence': Greenland’s radar, drones, and NATO’s northern shield

Suspected drones have been sighted again along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district, marking the second such incident in 48 hours. Indian Army personnel opened fire on the unmanned aerial vehicles after detecting activity in the Keri sector, just hours after Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi issued a strong warning to Pakistan over cross border provocations and ceasefire violations. Search and surveillance operations have been intensified across the area.


J&K: Indian Army Fires at Pakistani Drones Along Line of Control

All the flying objects were seen entering Indian airspace from across the border, hovering briefly over sensitive locations. Watch for more details!


J&K: Multiple drone sightings near IB & LoC, high vigilance along international border

All the flying objects were seen entering Indian airspace from across the border, hovering briefly over sensitive locations. Watch for more details


J&K: Indian Army Fires At Suspected Drones Forcing Them To Retreat

Russia claimed on Thursday that at least 24 people were killed and 50 injured in a Ukrainian drone attack on a cafe and hotel in the Moscow-controlled part of the coastal Kherson region.

"Late tonight, the opponent carried out a deliberate drone strike on a place where civilians were celebrating the New Year," said Vladimir Saldo, the Russia-appointed head of the region.

Ukraine Claims Russia Fired Over 200 Drones 

Military drones are far cheaper to operate than aircraft. From the $3,600-per-hour MQ-9 Reaper to high-altitude Global Hawk missions, drones cut costs by removing pilots, reducing fuel use, and relying on simulators.

Military drones are far cheaper to operate than aircraft. From the $3,600-per-hour MQ-9 Reaper to high-altitude Global Hawk missions, drones cut costs by removing pilots, reducing fuel use, and relying on simulators.

How much does it cost to operate a military drone per hour

High-altitude drones (HALE) operate above 60,000 ft for strategic surveillance, acting as "pseudo-satellites" with endurance measured in days or weeks. In contrast, low-altitude drones fly "nap-of-the-earth" for tactical support, are relatively cheap and expendable.

High-altitude drones (HALE) operate above 60,000 ft for strategic surveillance, acting as "pseudo-satellites" with endurance measured in days or weeks. In contrast, low-altitude drones fly "nap-of-the-earth" for tactical support, are relatively cheap and expendable.

What are the key differences between high-altitude drones vs low-altitude drones

Modern warfare is adopting Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUM-T), pairing helicopters with drones. This allows pilots to control UAVs from the cockpit, using them as scouts to extend visual range, identify threats, and carry extra weapons. 

Modern warfare is adopting Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUM-T), pairing helicopters with drones. This allows pilots to control UAVs from the cockpit, using them as scouts to extend visual range, identify threats, and carry extra weapons.&nbsp;

‘Future of Warfare’: How helicopters and drones will work together in modern warfare

Armed drones (UCAVs) and loitering munitions differ fundamentally: one is a reusable aircraft, the other a sophisticated missile. Armed drones offer heavy firepower, high speed, and long endurance for multiple strikes. Loitering munitions are stealthy, designed for precise attacks.

Armed drones (UCAVs) and loitering munitions differ fundamentally: one is a reusable aircraft, the other a sophisticated missile. Armed drones offer heavy firepower, high speed, and long endurance for multiple strikes. Loitering munitions are stealthy, designed for precise attacks.

Armed drones vs loitering munitions: Destruction, range and speed compared

Russia has intensified its strikes on the southern Ukrainian region of Odesa, causing widespread power cuts and threatening the region's maritime infrastructure.

Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Oleksiy Kuleba said Moscow was carrying out "systematic" attacks on the region. Last week, he warned that the focus of the war "may have shifted towards Odesa".

Ukraine: Russia Attacked Odesa With 100 Drones Overnight

Drone swarms use saturation tactics, overwhelming traditional missile defences. While Iron Beam offers unlimited ammunition costing three pounds per engagement. Rapid retargeting switches between targets in milliseconds.

Drone swarms use saturation tactics, overwhelming traditional missile defences. While Iron Beam offers unlimited ammunition costing three pounds per engagement. Rapid retargeting switches between targets in milliseconds.

Iron Beam vs drones: What happens when laser meets swarm attacks?

Technology is stepping in where humans can't. In Kosovo's deforested hills, drones are dropping thousands of seed bombs to regrow forests, while in Australia's bleaching-hit Great Barrier Reef, AI-guided boats are placing baby corals with surgical precision. Scientists and volunteers are using robotics, AI, and drones to restore fragile ecosystems, showing how innovation can fight climate change and help heal the planet.


Drones & AI are rebuilding nature | Artificial Intelligence 

From the frontline in Ukraine, AI-powered drones are flying autonomously, penetrating electronic jamming and striking targets, even when pilot control is lost. Both Ukraine and Russia are now deploying AI-assisted UAVs capable of locking on and completing missions even when communications are cut. With no global rules on AI weapons, the race to dominate battlefield technology is accelerating. Experts warn the future of war may soon be decided by algorithms, not armies. We break down how AI drones work, why they're so hard to stop, and what this means for global security.


AI drones are rewriting the rules of war | Russia-Ukraine 

The war in Ukraine has demonstrated that modern warfare is no longer defined by troop numbers alone, but by the strategic use of drones and artificial intelligence. Drones are now responsible for up to three-quarters of Russian battlefield casualties, with Ukraine deploying a "drone wall" along its front lines and using naval drones to break blockades.

Drones Transform Warfare: Ukraine Shows AI’s Game-Changing Role 

Srinagar: In a resounding blow to cross-border narcotics and arms smuggling networks, the Border Security Force (BSF) successfully neutralised three high-tech Pakistani drones attempting to infiltrate Indian territory along the Punjab border in separate overnight operations.&nbsp;Acting on precise intelligence inputs, BSF troops from the 184 Battalion intercepted and recovered a DJI Mavic 3 Classic drone that had crossed over from Pakistan into village Wan in Tarn Taran district. The drone was brought down using advanced anti-drone countermeasures and seized intact for forensic examination.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/al-falah-hired-dr-hassan-who-was-fired-by-j-k-govt-for-terror-links-as-professor-1762956299237">Al Falah hired Dr Hassan, who was fired by J&amp;K govt for terror links, as professor</a>&nbsp;In a simultaneous high-alert operation in Ferozepur sector, personnel from the 136 Battalion detected two heavy-lift drones hovering near village Bhangala. Displaying exemplary coordination and rapid response, the troops neutralized both aircraft mid-flight. The recovered drones were identified as a DJI Matrice 400 and a DJI Matrice 350 sophisticated commercial-grade platforms frequently exploited by smuggling cartels for transporting heroin, weapons, and counterfeit currency across the heavily guarded frontier.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/union-cabinet-condemns-delhi-terror-attack-reiterates-policy-of-zero-tolerance-against-terrorism-1762960501537">Union Cabinet condemns Delhi terror attack, reiterates policy of zero tolerance against terrorism</a>&nbsp;“These repeated attempts by Pakistan-based operatives to use cutting-edge drone technology for nefarious activities have been decisively thwarted,” said a senior BSF official. “Our jawans remain on maximum alert 24/7, equipped with state-of-the-art anti-drone systems that can detect, track, and neutralize threats within seconds.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/military-rule-2-0-pakistan-enacts-27th-amendment-army-chief-gains-lifelong-immunity-and-expanded-powers-shahbaz-sharif-nawaz-sharif-asim-munir-1762955753702">Military rule 2.0: Pakistan enacts 27th Amendment; Army chief gains lifelong immunity and expanded powers</a>&nbsp;The latest seizures bring the total number of Pakistani drones downed by Punjab Frontier BSF this month to 17, underscoring a sharp escalation in aerial smuggling tactics amid heightened tensions along the 553-km International Border.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/yunus-courts-islamabad-while-trying-to-erase-sheikh-mujib-s-name-former-bangladesh-pm-sheikh-hasina-to-wion-1762959211237">Yunus courts Islamabad while trying to erase Sheikh Mujib's name: Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh&nbsp;Hasina to WION</a>

The latest seizures bring the total number of Pakistani drones downed by Punjab Frontier BSF this month to 17, underscoring a sharp escalation in aerial smuggling tactics amid heightened tensions along the 553-km International Border.

Srinagar: In a resounding blow to cross-border narcotics and arms smuggling networks, the Border Security Force (BSF) successfully neutralised three high-tech Pakistani drones attempting to infiltrate Indian territory along the Punjab border in separate overnight operations. Acting on precise intelligence inputs, BSF troops from the 184 Battalion intercepted and recovered a DJI Mavic 3 Classic drone that had crossed over from Pakistan into village Wan in Tarn Taran district. The drone was brought down using advanced anti-drone countermeasures and seized intact for forensic examination. Also Read: Al Falah hired Dr Hassan, who was fired by J&K govt for terror links, as professor In a simultaneous high-alert operation in Ferozepur sector, personnel from the 136 Battalion detected two heavy-lift drones hovering near village Bhangala. Displaying exemplary coordination and rapid response, the troops neutralized both aircraft mid-flight. The recovered drones were identified as a DJI Matrice 400 and a DJI Matrice 350 sophisticated commercial-grade platforms frequently exploited by smuggling cartels for transporting heroin, weapons, and counterfeit currency across the heavily guarded frontier. Also Read: Union Cabinet condemns Delhi terror attack, reiterates policy of zero tolerance against terrorism “These repeated attempts by Pakistan-based operatives to use cutting-edge drone technology for nefarious activities have been decisively thwarted,” said a senior BSF official. “Our jawans remain on maximum alert 24/7, equipped with state-of-the-art anti-drone systems that can detect, track, and neutralize threats within seconds.” Also Read: Military rule 2.0: Pakistan enacts 27th Amendment; Army chief gains lifelong immunity and expanded powers The latest seizures bring the total number of Pakistani drones downed by Punjab Frontier BSF this month to 17, underscoring a sharp escalation in aerial smuggling tactics amid heightened tensions along the 553-km International Border. Also Read: Yunus courts Islamabad while trying to erase Sheikh Mujib's name: Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina to WION