{"incidents":[{"id":"a535c1c7-9eda-455b-88fe-695e4caeddb9","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::technology::2026-04-13::uk's-skyhammer-interceptor-developed-to-counter-shahed-type-drones","source":"perplexity-sonar::technology","title":"UK's Skyhammer Interceptor Developed to Counter Shahed-Type Drones","summary":"British firm Cambridge Aerospace has introduced the Skyhammer, a new interceptor drone designed specifically to counter Shahed-style drones reshaping battlefield dynamics. This development represents a targeted response to the proliferation of low-cost, weaponized drones in modern conflicts. ","url":"https://thedefensepost.com/category/drones/","category":"countermeasure","severity":"high","region":"Europe","country":"United Kingdom","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["interceptor-drone","Shahed-counter","military-use"],"publishedAt":"2026-04-13T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T17:07:35.197Z"},{"id":"e2e4b161-4d8e-4085-a156-37ead546dabb","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::incident::2026-04-11::kuwait-air-defenses-intercept-seven-drones-in-24-hour-period","source":"perplexity-sonar::incident","title":"Kuwait Air Defenses Intercept Seven Drones in 24-Hour Period","summary":"Kuwait's air defenses shot down at least seven unmanned aerial vehicles that entered its airspace over a 24-hour period on April 11, 2026, with some allegedly targeting National Guard facilities. The Kuwait National Guard confirmed damage and personnel injuries, with authorities blaming Iran-linked aggression while Tehran denied involvement.","url":"https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/videos/international/drone-storm-over-kuwait-air-defences-destroy-7-uavs-amid-fragile-us-iran-ceasefire/videoshow/130182941.cms","category":"incident","severity":"critical","region":"Middle East","country":"Kuwait","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["air-defense","multiple-drones","military-target","national-guard","iran-linked","ceasefire-violation"],"publishedAt":"2026-04-11T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T02:13:24.327Z"},{"id":"6b4a526e-12dc-477c-ac6c-04e86c3af6bb","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::incident::2026-04-10::us-navy-mq-4c-triton-surveillance-drone-vanishes-over-strait-of-hormuz","source":"perplexity-sonar::incident","title":"US Navy MQ-4C Triton Surveillance Drone Vanishes Over Strait of Hormuz","summary":"A high-value US Navy MQ-4C Triton surveillance drone disappeared over the Strait of Hormuz after issuing a code 7700 emergency alert during flight on April 10, 2026. The incident occurred just 2 days after a US-Iran ceasefire, with unclear circumstances regarding whether the drone crashed, suffered technical failure, or was shot down.","url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WD9A3ySCJLo","category":"incident","severity":"critical","region":"Middle East","country":"Iran","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["military-drone","surveillance","emergency-signal","us-navy","strait-of-hormuz","persian-gulf"],"publishedAt":"2026-04-10T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T02:13:24.259Z"},{"id":"febc72d2-436e-41bb-8c6c-ef54fea36e49","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::technology::2026-04-10::french-air-force-tests-mq-9-reaper-as-airborne-drone-hunter","source":"perplexity-sonar::technology","title":"French Air Force Tests MQ-9 Reaper as Airborne Drone Hunter","summary":"The French Air and Space Force has tested a new counter-drone capability on the MQ-9 Reaper during a live-fire trial, transforming it into an airborne hunter platform. This adaptation equips the established UAS with advanced anti-drone payloads for military defense. ","url":"https://thedefensepost.com/category/drones/","category":"military-use","severity":"medium","region":"Europe","country":"France","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["MQ-9-Reaper","counter-drone","hunter-platform"],"publishedAt":"2026-04-10T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T17:07:35.718Z"},{"id":"5cceb740-eb7b-430b-b11f-e56e163a78e2","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::technology::2026-04-10::us-air-forces-central-awards-contract-for-k1000ule-ultra-long-endurance-drone","source":"perplexity-sonar::technology","title":"US Air Forces Central Awards Contract for K1000ULE Ultra-Long-Endurance Drone","summary":"US Air Forces Central has awarded a $270 million contract to Kraus Hamdani Aerospace for the K1000ULE, a new ultra-long-endurance UAS platform expanding unmanned aerial reach. This system supports extended military surveillance and strike missions in Central Command areas. ","url":"https://thedefensepost.com/category/drones/","category":"military-use","severity":"high","region":"Middle East","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["long-endurance","UAS-platform","contract"],"publishedAt":"2026-04-10T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T17:07:35.309Z"},{"id":"9d4f2ec6-2e9a-418f-8e99-65f9dbbc120c","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::technology::2026-04-10::india-receives-hundreds-of-kamikaze-drones-under-fast-track-delivery","source":"perplexity-sonar::technology","title":"India Receives Hundreds of Kamikaze Drones Under Fast-Track Delivery","summary":"InsideFPV has delivered hundreds of kamikaze drone systems to India within 60 days as part of a $1.2 million fast-track contract. These weaponized commercial drones enhance India's rapid-response capabilities for military operations. ","url":"https://thedefensepost.com/category/drones/","category":"military-use","severity":"medium","region":"South Asia","country":"India","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["kamikaze-drone","weaponized-commercial","fast-track"],"publishedAt":"2026-04-10T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T17:07:35.253Z"},{"id":"b77f4308-91bc-4c62-9178-90298a29b44d","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-04-01::aerovironment-unveils-locust-x3-laser-counter-uas-system","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"AeroVironment Unveils Locust X3 Laser Counter-UAS System","summary":"AeroVironment introduced Locust 3 (X3) at Global Force 2026, featuring integrated multi-camera payload and embedded laser weapon to engage class three drones like Iran's Shahed at standoff ranges. It supports high-speed maneuvers and electronic countermeasures.","url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhVPOjbj0dY","category":"countermeasure","severity":"info","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["laser","directed-energy","C-UAS","Shahed"],"publishedAt":"2026-04-01T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-10T17:52:41.102Z"},{"id":"d4ef20ab-7c5c-4c63-934f-073424c5777c","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::technology::2026-04-01::dod-adds-37-new-commercial-drone-systems-to-military-approved-list","source":"perplexity-sonar::technology","title":"DoD Adds 37 New Commercial Drone Systems to Military-Approved List","summary":"The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has added 37 new systems, including 23 drone platforms and 14 components, to its list of military-approved commercial drones pending final cybersecurity and supply chain approval under NDAA standards. These systems address mission-critical defense needs and will join the Blue UAS List for military procurement once verified.","url":"https://www.meritalk.com/articles/dod-expands-list-of-military-approved-commercial-drones/","category":"military-use","severity":"high","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["commercial-drones","Blue-UAS","DIU"],"publishedAt":"2026-04-01T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T02:13:58.900Z"},{"id":"cb852d0e-8054-4d35-8b78-a38dcdc47083","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::regulatory::2026-04-01::faa-cracks-down-on-illegal-drone-flights-with-2026-policy-shift","source":"perplexity-sonar::regulatory","title":"FAA Cracks Down on Illegal Drone Flights with 2026 Policy Shift","summary":"In 2026, the FAA requires legal action for serious drone violations including public endangerment, airspace breaches, and criminal facilitation, moving beyond previous compliance discussions. This follows 2025 enforcement actions with fines over $35,000, certificate suspensions, and revocations for operations near events, emergencies, and restricted zones.","url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_UgZ7hwOm0","category":"regulatory","severity":"info","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["FAA","policy-shift","enforcement","violations"],"publishedAt":"2026-04-01T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T02:13:51.963Z"},{"id":"1f4b5635-b017-4876-b1dc-ba7cee9ec176","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-04-01::leonidas-autonomous-mobile-directed-energy-system-unveiled-at-ausa-global-force","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"Leonidas Autonomous Mobile Directed Energy System Unveiled at AUSA Global Force","summary":"Apyrus, General Dynamics Land Systems, and Kodiak AI unveiled Leonidas, an autonomous mobile counter-drone system using electromagnetic energy to create shields against swarms, dark drones, and fiber optic-controlled threats. It scans instantly to defend lives, equipment, and critical targets.","url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhVPOjbj0dY","category":"countermeasure","severity":"info","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["directed-energy","AI","swarm-defense","autonomous"],"publishedAt":"2026-04-01T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-10T17:52:41.044Z"},{"id":"36b7c2c8-42d6-4262-bf37-cb6cdc2833f2","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::technology::2026-03-28::us-deploys-global-autonomous-reconnaissance-craft-drone-boats-against-iran","source":"perplexity-sonar::technology","title":"US Deploys Global Autonomous Reconnaissance Craft Drone Boats Against Iran","summary":"The United States has deployed uncrewed drone boats called Global Autonomous Reconnaissance Craft in operations amid tensions with Iran, capable of remote or autonomous navigation and having logged over 450 hours at sea. These platforms represent advancing autonomous naval warfare technologies similar to those used in Ukraine's Black Sea attacks on Russian assets.","url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLCZxwieJZc","category":"military-use","severity":"high","region":"Middle East","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["autonomous","drone-boats","naval-warfare"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-28T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T02:13:59.027Z"},{"id":"8acd0c21-2b87-45cb-8ac5-b02e48535682","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::threat-actor::2026-03-22::domestic-extremists-accelerate-drone-use-in-attack-plots-inspired-by-global-conflicts","source":"perplexity-sonar::threat-actor","title":"Domestic Extremists Accelerate Drone Use in Attack Plots Inspired by Global Conflicts","summary":"Domestic extremist actors are increasingly incorporating accessible drone technologies into violent plots, drawing inspiration from Ukraine, ISIS, Houthis, and drug cartels, with a sharp rise in drone-utilizing plots over the past five years. Recent U.S. and Australian incidents include thwarted plots with explosive-laden drones and surveillance, enabled by 3D printing and AI navigation lowering weaponization barriers.","url":"https://www.lowyinstitute.org/publications/ungoverned-sky-drones-domestic-extremist-threat","category":"threat-actor","severity":"medium","region":"Global","country":"Unknown","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["extremists","TTPs","weaponization","surveillance","ISIS","Houthis"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-22T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-10T17:52:12.539Z"},{"id":"829db53d-e166-42f3-966d-bba691ddc2fa","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-16::nordic-air-defence-and-wb-group-partner-on-high-speed-interceptor-drone-integration","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"Nordic Air Defence and WB Group Partner on High-Speed Interceptor Drone Integration","summary":"Nordic Air Defence and Poland's WB Group announced a partnership to integrate a high-speed interceptor drone into a broader counter-UAS ecosystem, reflecting a shift toward layered counter-drone systems. The collaboration demonstrates the industry trend toward integrated defensive architectures combining detection, electronic mitigation, and kinetic solutions.","url":"https://dronelife.com/2026/03/16/counter-drone-systems-moving-from-experiments-to-infrastructure/","category":"technology","severity":"info","region":"Eastern Europe","country":"Poland","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["counter-UAS","interceptor-drone","layered-defense","kinetic-mitigation","partnership"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-16T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T02:13:46.013Z"},{"id":"42b26e46-28c2-4f0f-9c6f-3f3733e5efb6","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-16::indra-counter-uas-system-deployed-with-spanish-forces-in-lithuania","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"Indra Counter-UAS System Deployed with Spanish Forces in Lithuania","summary":"Indra's counter-UAS system, integrating detection, tracking, and mitigation, is operationally deployed with Spanish forces in Lithuania and attracting NATO interest. This marks a shift from testing to routine defensive infrastructure on NATO's eastern flank.","url":"https://dronelife.com/2026/03/16/counter-drone-systems-moving-from-experiments-to-infrastructure/","category":"countermeasure","severity":"medium","region":"Eastern Europe","country":"Lithuania","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["C-UAS","deployment","NATO","detection"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-16T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-10T17:52:40.934Z"},{"id":"76d67475-7b9f-436a-85f9-a5879359d2a3","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-16::nordic-air-defence-and-wb-group-partner-on-interceptor-drone-for-layered-c-uas","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"Nordic Air Defence and WB Group Partner on Interceptor Drone for Layered C-UAS","summary":"Nordic Air Defence and Poland's WB Group are integrating a high-speed interceptor drone into a broader counter-UAS ecosystem, emphasizing layered defense with radar, RF, optical sensors, jamming, and kinetic solutions. This reflects evolving structured global security architectures.","url":"https://dronelife.com/2026/03/16/counter-drone-systems-moving-from-experiments-to-infrastructure/","category":"countermeasure","severity":"info","region":"Eastern Europe","country":"Poland","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["interceptor-drone","layered-defense","partnership"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-16T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-10T17:52:40.989Z"},{"id":"cd65502b-027d-438e-929c-476c20cbba9c","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-16::faa-and-pentagon-approve-counter-drone-system-for-southern-us-border-deployment","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"FAA and Pentagon Approve Counter-Drone System for Southern US Border Deployment","summary":"The FAA and Pentagon have cleared a counter-drone system for operational use along the US southern border after deeming it safe for airspace. This approval enables deployment to counter unauthorized drone threats.","url":"https://cbs4local.com/newsletter-daily/faa-pentagon-clear-counter-drone-system-for-use-along-southern-border","category":"countermeasure","severity":"medium","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["C-UAS deployment","border security","FAA approved"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-16T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T17:07:15.159Z"},{"id":"d7def789-e4a9-4692-9905-c9711250da0a","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-16::spain-operationally-deploys-indra-counter-uas-system-in-lithuania","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"Spain Operationally Deploys Indra Counter-UAS System in Lithuania","summary":"Spain's Indra counter-UAS system has moved from testing to operational deployment with Spanish forces in Lithuania, drawing interest from multiple NATO countries along the alliance's eastern flank. The system integrates detection, tracking, and mitigation functions in a real operational environment.","url":"https://dronelife.com/2026/03/16/counter-drone-systems-moving-from-experiments-to-infrastructure/","category":"countermeasure","severity":"medium","region":"Eastern Europe","country":"Lithuania","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["counter-UAS","operational-deployment","NATO","integrated-defense","detection-tracking-mitigation"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-16T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T02:13:45.947Z"},{"id":"9c6d9947-6c6e-410e-9ba4-556aa0a84681","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-16::south-korea-evaluates-radar-guided-anti-aircraft-guns-for-drone-swarm-defense","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"South Korea Evaluates Radar-Guided Anti-Aircraft Guns for Drone Swarm Defense","summary":"South Korean defense officials have highlighted radar-guided anti-aircraft guns as a potential cost-effective response to small drone swarms, reviving traditional air defense technologies for modern UAS threats. The approach represents a re-evaluation of legacy systems for contemporary drone defense challenges.","url":"https://dronelife.com/2026/03/16/counter-drone-systems-moving-from-experiments-to-infrastructure/","category":"countermeasure","severity":"low","region":"East Asia","country":"South Korea","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["counter-UAS","drone-swarms","radar-guided","anti-aircraft","cost-effective"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-16T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T02:13:46.078Z"},{"id":"4580d129-71be-4c2c-8871-82c0bc826c0c","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-16::dhs-tests-kinetic-and-directed-energy-counter-drone-mitigation-solutions","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"DHS Tests Kinetic and Directed-Energy Counter-Drone Mitigation Solutions","summary":"The US Department of Homeland Security conducted testing of advanced counter-drone systems including directed-energy technology and kinetic mitigation solutions in North Dakota. The tests evaluated multiple mitigation approaches including projectiles, directed energy beams, microwaves, and lasers for disabling drone propulsion and sensor systems.","url":"https://news4sanantonio.com/news/investigations/us-ramps-up-investment-in-counter-drone-technology-as-threats-evolve","category":"countermeasure","severity":"medium","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["counter-UAS","directed-energy","kinetic-mitigation","DHS","testing"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-16T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T02:13:46.142Z"},{"id":"3d32e16e-b323-4dd6-98cd-852c7406b181","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-16::visionwave-integrates-ai-video-as-sensor-into-counter-uas-platforms","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"VisionWave Integrates AI Video-as-Sensor into Counter-UAS Platforms","summary":"VisionWave is fusing AI-powered video intelligence with RF detection in platforms like Argus and WaveStrike to provide visual confirmation for aerial threats, reducing false positives. The xClibre integration targets counter-UAS, autonomous interceptors, and fixed-site security with proof-of-concept planned for H2 2026.","url":"https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ai-eyes-move-onto-the-counter-drone-battlefield-as-defense-tech-companies-race-to-fuse-video-with-rf-302740634.html","category":"technology","severity":"info","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["AI video","RF fusion","multi-sensor"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-16T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T17:07:15.218Z"},{"id":"50e3126a-e828-465d-98f6-11ef32cd8c2d","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-14::fn-herstal-unveils-multi-layer-counter-drone-defense-system-at-bedex-2026","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"FN Herstal Unveils Multi-Layer Counter-Drone Defense System at BEDEX 2026","summary":"Belgian defense company FN Herstal revealed a new multi-layer counter-drone system at BEDEX 2026, featuring FN Victor technology for real-time UAV recognition, speed prediction, and operator feedback via visual and audible cues. The system integrates detection, tracking, and neutralization components including cannon, machine gun, and shotgun to protect military forces and critical infrastructure.","url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ssp1sTUZMuE","category":"countermeasure","severity":"info","region":"Europe","country":"Belgium","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["multi-layer C-UAS","AI recognition","kinetic effectors"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-14T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T17:07:14.923Z"},{"id":"6795f0da-6dcb-47f7-84ce-e1f3728e3220","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-14::fn-herstal-unveils-multi-layer-counter-drone-system-at-bedex-2026","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"FN Herstal Unveils Multi-Layer Counter-Drone System at BEDEX 2026","summary":"FN Herstal revealed a multi-layer C-UAS system at BEDEX 2026, including detection, tracking, cannon, machine gun, shotgun, and FN Victor AI camera for real-time drone recognition and prediction. It uses proxy-fuse ammunition for large-area protection against tactical drones up to 2,000m.","url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ssp1sTUZMuE","category":"countermeasure","severity":"info","region":"Europe","country":"Belgium","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["multi-layer","AI-identification","kinetic","detection"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-14T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-10T17:52:41.157Z"},{"id":"9ee5af16-666f-4cfa-827f-99186b34c000","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-14::us-army-awards-anduril-$20b-contract-for-enhanced-counter-drone-capabilities","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"US Army Awards Anduril $20B Contract for Enhanced Counter-Drone Capabilities","summary":"The US Army awarded Anduril Industries a $20 billion contract to develop enhanced counter-drone capabilities as part of broader defense initiatives. This significant investment underscores priorities in C-UAS technology advancement.","url":"https://defensescoop.com/2026/03/14/anduril-20-billion-dollar-army-contract/","category":"countermeasure","severity":"medium","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["contract","C-UAS","investment"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-14T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-10T17:52:41.386Z"},{"id":"0d623bb5-e832-4882-b617-e9015c187e1d","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-14::leonidas-autonomous-mobile-counter-drone-system-announced-at-ausa-global-force-2026","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"Leonidas Autonomous Mobile Counter-Drone System Announced at AUSA Global Force 2026","summary":"A joint project from Apyrus, General Dynamics Land Systems, and Kodiak AI unveiled Leonidas, an autonomous mobile system designed to counter drone swarms using high-power microwave technology. The system creates electromagnetic shields capable of defending against multiple drone classes including dark drones and fiber-optic controlled variants.","url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhVPOjbj0dY","category":"technology","severity":"info","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["counter-UAS","drone-swarms","high-power-microwave","autonomous","close-in-weapon-system"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-14T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T02:13:45.748Z"},{"id":"e683d0d8-50cc-454f-8d99-7afc75ab3287","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-14::fn-herstal-multi-layer-counter-drone-defense-system-unveiled-at-bedex-2026","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"FN Herstal Multi-Layer Counter-Drone Defense System Unveiled at BEDEX 2026","summary":"Belgian defense company FN Herstal revealed a comprehensive counter-drone system at BEDEX 2026 featuring detection, tracking, and weapon solutions including cannon, machine gun, and shotgun capabilities. The system incorporates the FN Victor small arms camera for real-time UAV recognition and prediction of drone speed and direction.","url":"https://www.armyrecognition.com/archives/archives-defense-exhibitions/2026-archives-news-defense-exhibitions/bedex-2026/belgiums-fn-herstal-unveils-layered-counter-drone-system-with-cannon-machine-gun-and-shotgun","category":"technology","severity":"info","region":"Western Europe","country":"Belgium","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["counter-UAS","layered-defense","kinetic-mitigation","detection-tracking","multi-sensor"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-14T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T02:13:45.684Z"},{"id":"f0dceaf1-bafa-4660-a666-b0e9a6578fbb","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-14::aerovironment-locust-x3-laser-counter-uas-system-unveiled-at-global-force-2026","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"AeroVironment Locust X3 Laser Counter-UAS System Unveiled at Global Force 2026","summary":"AeroVironment introduced the Locust X3, an integrated directed-energy weapon system featuring multiple camera types and an embedded laser capable of engaging Class 3 drones at meaningful standoff ranges. The system represents an advancement over previous iterations with enhanced targeting capabilities for larger unmanned threats.","url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhVPOjbj0dY","category":"technology","severity":"info","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["counter-UAS","directed-energy-weapon","laser","Class-3-drones","standoff-range"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-14T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T02:13:45.813Z"},{"id":"90325d5c-9116-4abb-ac7d-c32e75056ccb","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::threat-actor::2026-03-11::fbi-warns-california-police-of-potential-iranian-drone-attack-plot","source":"perplexity-sonar::threat-actor","title":"FBI Warns California Police of Potential Iranian Drone Attack Plot","summary":"The FBI issued a bulletin to California law enforcement warning of an Iranian plot to launch drones from a vessel off the U.S. West Coast, targeting unspecified locations as retaliation for U.S.-Israeli strikes. Intelligence was acquired in early February 2026, with the warning distributed late February amid escalating Middle East conflict following the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader on 2026-02-28.","url":"https://www.foxla.com/news/fbi-warning-iran-drone-threat-california","category":"threat-actor","severity":"high","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["Iran","drone attack","espionage","retaliation"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-11T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-10T17:52:12.480Z"},{"id":"1aee4728-96ae-4c41-a2a6-a3e608aadfeb","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-09::nato-launches-counter-drone-technology-testing-at-innovation-range-in-latvia","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"NATO Launches Counter-Drone Technology Testing at Innovation Range in Latvia","summary":"NATO's Innovation Range in Latvia conducted its first Testing, Evaluation, Verification and Validation campaign on UAS and C-UAS technologies from March 9–13, 2026. Defence industry companies from NATO Allies and Ukraine participated at the Selija Military Training Area to test counter-drone systems.","url":"https://www.asdnews.com/news/defense/2026/03/18/new-nato-innovation-range-starts-counterdrone-technology-testing-latvia","category":"countermeasure","severity":"info","region":"Eastern Europe","country":"Latvia","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["C-UAS testing","NATO","TEVV"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-09T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T17:07:14.981Z"},{"id":"7b866923-b5fc-473a-b4ff-75c83733c353","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::incident::2026-03-09::multiple-waves-of-unauthorized-drones-over-barksdale-air-force-base","source":"perplexity-sonar::incident","title":"Multiple Waves of Unauthorized Drones Over Barksdale Air Force Base","summary":"Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana detected multiple waves of 12-15 unauthorized drones operating over sensitive areas, including the flight line, from March 9-15, 2026, prompting a shelter-in-place order and shutdowns. The drones displayed non-commercial signals, long-range control, jamming resistance, and deliberate maneuvers suggesting security testing, posing significant risks to aircraft and national security.","url":"https://abcnews.com/International/multiple-waves-unauthorized-drones-spotted-strategic-us-air/story?id=131245527","category":"incident","severity":"high","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["military-base","unauthorized-flight","air-force","jamming-resistant"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-09T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T17:06:59.832Z"},{"id":"d66b66cf-9713-4a22-b316-c007c7ccbf59","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-07::us-deploys-merops-ai-powered-drone-vs-drone-system-to-middle-east","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"US Deploys Merops AI-Powered Drone-vs-Drone System to Middle East","summary":"The US is deploying the Merops anti-drone system, proven against Russian drones in Ukraine, to counter Iranian Shahed drones in the Middle East. Compact and AI-enabled for jammed environments, it uses drones to identify and neutralize threats cost-effectively.","url":"https://fortune.com/2026/03/07/us-anti-drone-system-merops-mideast-iran-shahed/","category":"countermeasure","severity":"high","region":"Middle East","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["AI","drone-vs-drone","deployment","Shahed"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-07T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-10T17:52:41.213Z"},{"id":"b324ebef-4787-41c9-9b68-6e0cff1e0649","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::technology::2026-03-05::dod-drone-dominance-program-places-orders-for-30,000-weaponized-small-uas","source":"perplexity-sonar::technology","title":"DoD Drone Dominance Program Places Orders for 30,000 Weaponized Small UAS","summary":"The Pentagon's $1.1 billion Drone Dominance Program is placing initial orders for 30,000 small one-way attack drones following a recent vendor competition at Fort Benning, with deliveries starting this month to 17 military units for training and potential combat use. The program aims to equip forces with over 300,000 domestically-produced weaponized sUAS by 2027, emphasizing low-cost drones proven effective in conflicts like Ukraine and recent US-Israel strikes against Iran.","url":"https://defensescoop.com/2026/03/05/dod-drone-dominance-program-orders-deliveries-military-units/","category":"military-use","severity":"high","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["weaponized-sUAS","one-way-attack","Drone-Dominance"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-05T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T02:13:58.964Z"},{"id":"68714299-408f-4bad-8cf3-a35498617f71","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-01::apurus,-general-dynamics,-and-kodiak-ai-unveil-leonidas-autonomous-mobile-counter-drone-system","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"Apurus, General Dynamics, and Kodiak AI Unveil Leonidas Autonomous Mobile Counter-Drone System","summary":"A joint project by Apyrus, General Dynamics Land Systems, and Kodiak AI introduced Leonidas, an autonomous mobile high-power microwave system to counter drone swarms. The close-in electromagnetic energy weapon creates protective shields against dark drones, fiber optic controlled drones, and swarms.","url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhVPOjbj0dY","category":"countermeasure","severity":"info","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["HPM","electromagnetic","swarm defense"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-01T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T17:07:15.100Z"},{"id":"c300c6de-54af-4e0b-9b29-5ab852fc20b4","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-03-01::aerovironment-unveils-locust-x3-directed-energy-laser-counter-uas-system","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"AeroVironment Unveils Locust X3 Directed Energy Laser Counter-UAS System","summary":"AeroVironment introduced the Locust 3 (X3) at Global Force 2026, an integrated system with multiple camera payloads and embedded laser weapon capable of neutralizing class three drones like Shahed at standoff ranges. The directed energy system targets larger drones and swarm threats using a single beam of light.","url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhVPOjbj0dY","category":"countermeasure","severity":"info","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["directed energy","laser","AI processing"],"publishedAt":"2026-03-01T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T17:07:15.041Z"},{"id":"54a65981-41ab-49c6-bb7e-3c8720b18985","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::regulatory::2026-02-06::faa-steps-up-drone-enforcement-in-2025-with-updated-policy","source":"perplexity-sonar::regulatory","title":"FAA Steps Up Drone Enforcement in 2025 with Updated Policy","summary":"The FAA announced on 2026-02-06 increased enforcement actions against unsafe drone operations, including fines up to $36,770 for violations near emergencies, restricted airspace, and events from 2023-2025. The agency updated its 2026 policy to mandate legal action for operations endangering public safety or violating airspace restrictions.","url":"https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/faa-steps-drone-enforcement-2025","category":"regulatory","severity":"high","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["FAA","enforcement","airspace-restrictions","fines"],"publishedAt":"2026-02-06T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T17:07:25.366Z"},{"id":"6ef5f129-6e9c-4a99-b350-eebbeeb1619b","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-02-06::us-army-deploys-dronearmor-ai-driven-counter-uas-platform-for-border-protection","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"US Army Deploys DroneArmor AI-Driven Counter-UAS Platform for Border Protection","summary":"The US Army deployed DroneArmor, a next-generation counter-unmanned aerial system developed by Parsons Corporation, along the southern border to detect, track, and neutralize unauthorized drones. The system combines AI, machine learning, and multi-sensor fusion at Technology Readiness Level 9 with real-world validation.","url":"https://thedefensepost.com/2026/02/06/us-army-counter-drone-tech/","category":"countermeasure","severity":"medium","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["counter-UAS","AI-driven","machine-learning","multi-sensor-fusion","border-security"],"publishedAt":"2026-02-06T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T02:13:45.881Z"},{"id":"b5386c73-decd-4246-a607-f71da9c70db5","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::regulatory::2026-02-06::faa-updates-enforcement-policy-for-drone-violations-in-2026","source":"perplexity-sonar::regulatory","title":"FAA Updates Enforcement Policy for Drone Violations in 2026","summary":"The FAA has updated its enforcement policy in 2026 to mandate legal action for drone operations that endanger the public, violate airspace restrictions, or support criminal activities, shifting from prior compliance-focused approaches. Fines can reach $75,000 per violation under the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, with examples from 2025 including penalties up to $36,770 for flights near emergencies and restricted areas.","url":"https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/faa-steps-drone-enforcement-2025","category":"regulatory","severity":"info","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["FAA","enforcement","airspace-restrictions","fines"],"publishedAt":"2026-02-06T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T02:13:51.900Z"},{"id":"11653a55-0632-45b6-b0e3-52c5ab6c0231","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure::2026-02-06::us-army-deploys-dronearmor-ai-driven-c-uas-for-border-security","source":"perplexity-sonar::countermeasure","title":"US Army Deploys DroneArmor AI-Driven C-UAS for Border Security","summary":"The US Army is deploying DroneArmor, a next-gen C-UAS platform by Parsons Corporation, combining AI, machine learning, and multi-sensor fusion to detect, track, and neutralize unauthorized drones. It provides protection along the southern border against threats to soldiers and critical infrastructure.","url":"https://thedefensepost.com/2026/02/06/us-army-counter-drone-tech/","category":"countermeasure","severity":"high","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["AI","C-UAS","multi-sensor","deployment"],"publishedAt":"2026-02-06T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-10T17:52:30.986Z"},{"id":"7955ac28-7ce0-4d26-a88c-baaba3b89839","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::regulatory::2026-01-28::faa-reopens-comment-period-for-part-108-bvlos-regulations","source":"perplexity-sonar::regulatory","title":"FAA Reopens Comment Period for Part 108 BVLOS Regulations","summary":"The FAA reopened the public comment period for 14 CFR Part 108, which establishes a framework for autonomous beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) drone operations, until 2026-02-11. This proposed rule shifts responsibilities to operators, introduces new personnel roles, and integrates Remote ID requirements while altering Part 107 waivers.","url":"https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/01/28/2026-01644/normalizing-unmanned-aircraft-systems-beyond-visual-line-of-sight-operations-reopening-of-comment","category":"regulatory","severity":"info","region":"North America","country":"United States","lat":null,"lng":null,"tags":["FAA","Part-108","BVLOS","Remote-ID"],"publishedAt":"2026-01-28T00:00:00.000Z","fetchedAt":"2026-04-14T17:07:25.426Z"},{"id":"03fbe376-b6a0-4c5d-a12d-a13254b58b8a","sourceId":"perplexity-sonar::regulatory::2025-12-31::fy25-ndaa-advances-restrictions-on-chinese-drones-for-security","source":"perplexity-sonar::regulatory","title":"FY25 NDAA Advances Restrictions on Chinese Drones for Security","summary":"The FY25 National Defense Authorization Act outlines a path to prohibit DJI and Autel drones by adding them to the FCC Covered List by end-2025 unless cleared by security agencies like DoD or NSA. 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