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• [New] Jordanian intelligence found plans to build drones and rockets and they suspect Iran might be involved. FirstPost
• [New] A Russian milblogger claimed that Russia's remote piloting solutions through the Orbita system can reduce threats to Russian drone operators, but acknowledged that long-range drone piloting is not a new capability. Institute for the Study of War
• [New] The integration of artificial intelligence, cyber warfare capabilities, and the continued use of advanced drone technology are expected to play a central role in India's defence strategy. My Blog
• [New] The Almaz-Antey aerospace defence concern is developing a unified system for servicing and controlling unmanned aerial vehicles, which will allow integrating drones into the common airspace of Russia. TAdviser.ru
• [New] The use of drones allows for precise strikes while minimizing the risks to U.S. personnel. Trends Newsline
• [New] Raytheon's Coyote system is a combat-proven solution in the U.S. military's arsenal to counter small drones, which have become a critical threat in modern battlefields. The Asia Live
• [New] For the 2025 Everest climbing season, drones will play an integral role in helping Sherpas transport equipment, set trails, and remove waste. Nepal Monitor
• [New] Iran, for its part, remains a multifaceted threat - advancing its nuclear program amid stalled negotiations, supplying armed drones to Russia for the Ukraine war, and supporting militant proxies across the Middle East. Library of Alexandria
• [New] The North Korean emphasis on camouflage may be part of its effort to develop counter-drone doctrine, which could be especially applicable in a war with South Korea. Institute for the Study of War
• [New] The North Korean emphasis on camouflage may be part of its effort to develop its counter-drone doctrine, which could immediately benefit its soldiers fighting Ukraine. Institute for the Study of War
• [New] The British Army successfully tested a radio-wave weapon to knock out drone swarms, as militaries look for new ways to neutralize what has become one of the biggest threats on the modern battlefield. Tactical Gear Tech
• [New] The new 30-kilowatt laser-based directed-energy weapon can target aerial threats like fixed-wing aircraft, missiles and drones, marking a huge milestone for India's defence technology. News18
• The development of RF DEW systems could help to protect the UK from unidentified drones at security-sensitive areas such as defence bases, and could play a role in preventing disruption at airports. Metro
• China and Russia have invested heavily, with China's Silent Hunter laser system reportedly capable of disabling vehicles and drones and Russia's Peresvet laser designed for air defence and satellite disruption. EurAsian Times
• In response to escalating global threats from small unmanned aerial systems, the US Marine Corps has announced plans to equip all units with advanced counter-drone systems by 2025. DJI Drone Help Forum
• Source India Tests Laser Weapon on Drones India has successfully tested its domestically developed 30-kilowatt laser weapon system, the Laser-DEW Mark-II, designed to neutralize aerial threats such as drones, missiles, and aircraft. FPV Drone Pilots Forum
• China's recent unveiling of a groundbreaking 16-barrel anti-drone gun marks a significant leap in military technology, underscoring the escalating global arms race and the urgent need for advanced defence systems to counter emerging aerial threats. Sustainability Times
• ISW recently assessed that Russia is increasingly using strike packages comprised mainly of drones as they stockpile missiles, suggesting that a combined air defence umbrella using all air defence assets available to Ukraine will continue to be of paramount importance. Institute for the Study of War
• From improved crop yields and reduced input costs to enhanced sustainability and new economic opportunities, the impact of AI drones on Florida's farms is set to be transformative. Farmonaut
• The growth of the drone industry itself is creating new job opportunities in Florida, from drone operators and data analysts to AI specialists and agricultural technologists. Farmonaut
• The Pantsir-S1M, widely used for point defence against drones and cruise missiles, will enhance Saudi Arabia's layered air defence network, especially at a time when aerial threats from non-state actors and regional rivals are growing increasingly asymmetric. The Asia Live

Last updated: 27 April 2025