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Could China’s 6-tonne autonomous aircraft change who controls tomorrow’s skies, as the Lanying R6000 signals a dramatic aviation shift ahead?

China’s 6-tonne autonomous tilt-rotor aircraft is one of the largest unmanned aircraft developed for low-altitude transport and heavy-lift operations. Unlike conventional drones, it takes off and lands vertically like a helicopter before rotating its propellers to fly forward like an airplane. The successful test flight of the Lanying R6000 demonstrates…

The Economic Times

Ukraine unleashes one of its heaviest drone bombardments of Russia

Ukraine unleashed a massive drone assault across a dozen Russian regions and Crimea, reportedly targeting oil facilities and naval vessels. Moscow claims to have intercepted hundreds of drones. This escalation follows President Zelenskyy's call for a 40-day "influence operation" to pressure Russia into ending the war. Meanwhile, Russia's attacks killed…

The Economic Times

Hezbollah claims hits on Israel’s Iron Dome but videos show strikes on decoys

As the on-again, off-again fighting continues between Israel and Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed militia has revealed its deadly FPV drone fleet: small quadcopters equipped with light explosives. Analysis of videos of the attacks suggests the Israeli army has turned to a Second World War-era trick to counter Hezbollah’s FPVs: decoys.

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Russian hawks urge Putin to escalate war, drop US talks as Ukraine strikes deep

Amidst escalating Ukrainian drone attacks, Russian hardliners are pressuring President Putin to abandon diplomacy and intensify the conflict. Calls for drastic measures, including nuclear weapons use and targeting European drone factories, have grown louder. While the Kremlin has resisted these extreme demands, recent strikes have heightened tensions and fueled a…

The Economic Times

Drone startup Elroy Air to list on Nasdaq via $1 billion SPAC deal

Cargo drone startup Elroy Air is set to go public in the US through a $1 billion merger with blank-check firm Columbus Circle Capital Corp II. This strategic move, expected to yield at least $165 million, will fuel Elroy Air's development of autonomous heavy-cargo drones for defence and logistics.

The Economic Times

Russia-controlled Crimea declares emergency after one of Ukraine's biggest drone attacks

"A decision has been made... to sign decrees declaring a regional-level emergency situation in the Republic of Crimea and the city of Sevastopol," Aksyonov wrote on Telegram. The declaration followed what appeared to be one of Ukraine's largest drone attacks on Russian territory and occupied Crimea since the start of…

The Times of India

Taiwan opposition stalls government's $6.6 billion drone bill

Taiwan's parliament, controlled by the opposition, has blocked a $6.6 billion government plan for domestically produced drones crucial for island defense against China. Lawmakers from the KMT and TPP are demanding their own proposals, citing concerns over the current bill's structure and past objections.

The Economic Times

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Ukraine launches one of its biggest drone attacks on Russia and Crimea

The Russian Defense Ministry says it intercepted 660 Ukrainian drones overnight

The Independent UK

South Korea to train half a million military personnel to become ‘drone warriors’

All branches of the military will be taught how to use technology that has become a ‘game changer on the battlefield’, says defence minister

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin admits to having ‘problems’ in invasion and warns of fuel shortage from Kyiv’s strikes

Putin admits fuel supply problems have created shortages in Russia as Kyiv continues attacks on his oil refineries

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Trump and Tehran agree to halt attacks after exchanging strikes over Strait of Hormuz

Iran and US to meet in Qatar to resume peace talks, according to reports

The Independent UK

First UAVs that can stalk and kill Russian Shahed drones autonomously have been battle-tested in the Kharkiv region

Ukrainian autonomous interceptors now pursue Russian Shaheds independently as battlefield drone warfare increasingly shifts toward automated combat operations.

TechRadar

Other nations thirst for Ukraine’s drone success — but they need a culture shift first

Ukrainian drone strikes are devastating Russian communities. The city of Sevastopol, the largest in Russian-occupied Crimea, is the latest community to be hit, losing power as Ukrainian drones strike energy facilities in the region.

The Conversation

‘Morale bombing’ Moscow is not justified

Letter: Prof Christian Enemark reacts to Ukraine’s largest drone raid on Russia, calling on it to respect the innocence of all civilians

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Pro-Russian accounts share fake proof that Ukraine is behind the burning of Kyiv cathedral

Pro-Kremlin social media users are blaming Ukraine for a strike that led to a fire at the Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv, a UNESCO World Heritage site. However, the images they say constitute “proof” were actually AI-generated.

The Guardian - UK

The goodness of strangers amid war’s inhumanity

In this week’s newsletter: drones in Somalia, robots in India and smartphones in Afghanistan

The Independent UK

Wounded soldiers accuse Pentagon of downplaying injuries after deadly Iran drone attack

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Soldiers wounded during the Iran war accuse Pentagon of downplaying their injuries

Troops hurt in Iranian drone strike on military base in Kuwait accuse Army of misrepresenting the facts of the situation to their families, which officials deny

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No cars, only carts: This US town has banned cars for over 125 years, and Amazon deliveries still arrive by horse-drawn cart

In an age of electric vehicles, autonomous driving and drone deliveries, one American destination continues to do things the old-fashioned way. On Mackinac Island in Michigan, cars have been banned for more than 125 years, leaving horse-drawn carts, bicycles and pedestrians to share the streets instead. The unique transport system…

The Economic Times

Tashi Network, DroneVerse complete drone swarm field trial in Delhi

Tashi Network and DroneVerse successfully conducted a 72-hour drone swarm field trial in Delhi, showcasing autonomous tactical cells securing a simulated contested perimeter. The exercise proved the swarm's resilience against jamming and intermittent links, with machines handling choreography while humans remain in the loop for intent. This marks a significant…

The Independent UK

Zelenskyy says Russia is shifting air defenses to Moscow and other key sites after drone strikes

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia is moving air defenses to protect key targets like Moscow as Ukrainian drones hit deep inside the country

Euronews

Ukraine gets €3.2 billion from EU support loan, von der Leyen says

The announcement marks the first disbursement under the €90 billion loan. A second payment worth about €6 billion and dedicated to drone production is expected to be unveiled in the coming days.

Euronews

Fact check: Viral drone interception video shows Russia's Yolka system

A video widely shared on social media appears to show a handheld device intercepting a drone. While some users have hailed the system as a Ukrainian military innovation, others have claimed it is Russian technology. The Cube traced the footage to determine the origin and purpose of the device.

International Business Times UK

Putin Calls for Peace Talks as Ukraine's Expanding Refinery Strikes Raise Pressure on Russia

Vladimir Putin has renewed calls for peace talks as Ukraine's expanding drone strikes on Russian oil refineries increase economic pressure, forcing Moscow to strengthen defences while continuing its offensive.

The Economic Times

US defence firm Anduril in talks for Nissan plant to build drones in Japan, sources say

US defense firm Anduril Industries is reportedly in talks to acquire Nissan's Oppama assembly plant near Tokyo, aiming to produce military drones in Japan. This potential deal could transform a historic car factory into an arms-making hub amidst Japan's push to expand defense manufacturing. The move comes as Tokyo seeks…

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