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Russia begins testing new Svarog pro AI-assisted interceptor drone in combat
The drone that is designed to engage fixed-wing UAVs is hand-launched and is used jointly with a ground-based control station, enabling an operator to strike targets at a distance of up to 17 km
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Ukrainska Pravda
· Jun 22, 2026
Armed drone found in Estonia was likely stray Ukrainian UAV that was heading for Russia – photos
A drone carrying a warhead that was found in a field in Estonia near the Russian border is likely to be a Ukrainian UAV that went astray on its way to targets in Russia during earlier attacks.
Defence Blog
· Jul 2, 2026
Switchblade drone maker wins huge Army counter-drone contract
The U.S. Army just handed one drone maker a 500 million bet that cheap enemy drones are about to become the biggest threat American soldiers face on the battlefield. AeroVironment (AV), the defense company best known for building the backpack-launched Switchblade attack drone and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, though the Army’s award notice lists the []
Kyiv Post
· Jul 9, 2026
Russia's Latest Gen Su-57 Stealth Jets Fail to Intercept Ukrainian Drones Over Omsk
Russia’s elusive Su-57 stealth fighters were seen attempting to intercept Ukrainian drones during Monday’s attack on Russia’s largest oil refinery in Omsk. Some military outlets pointed out recent photos suggesting the jet’s relegation to anti-drone duty as Moscow fields a limited number of the jets.
Euromaidan Press
· Jul 3, 2026
Mini air defense against FPVs and the “Peace Duck” AI interceptor: Ukraine unveils 20-system counter-drone arsenal
Ukrainian defense company Contra Drone showcased an integrated architecture combining radar, electronic warfare, autonomous interceptors, and strike drones to counter Russia's expanding UAV threat.
Libertarian Institute
· Jul 9, 2026
Ukraine Using American Drones for Intelligence Collection Inside Russia
Ukraine is using a drone developed by an American company to identify targets inside Russia. Ukrainian forces say the V-BAT drone developed by ShieldAI is the most effective for collecting intelligence far from the front lines. “One of its biggest advantages is its range,” the drone operator said. “Because the V-BAT can observe from long []
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Related coverage for "Russia begins testing new Svarog pro AI-assisted interceptor drone in combat": Ukrainska Pravda — Armed drone found in Estonia was likely stray Ukrainian UAV that was heading for Russia – photos. Defence Blog — Switchblade drone maker wins huge Army counter-drone contract. Kyiv Post — Russia's Latest Gen Su-57 Stealth Jets Fail to Intercept Ukrainian Drones Over Omsk. Euromaidan Press — Mini air defense against FPVs and the “Peace Duck” AI interceptor: Ukraine unveils 20-system counter-drone arsenal. Libertarian Institute — Ukraine Using American Drones for Intelligence Collection Inside Russia