Drone

Not destroying Iran's missiles, drones 'most significant failure,' former CENTCOM deputy cmdr. says

He stressed that any Iranian regime loyal to the Islamic Revolution "will always have the motivation to restore its capabilities," warning that this would include nuclear weapons if given the chance.

Mockups of domestically-made Iranian missiles are displayed at an exhibition outside the Defence Museum in Tehran on March 31, 2026.
A US Air Force MQ-1B Predator unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), carrying a Hellfire missile flies over an air base after flying a mission in the Persian Gulf region on January 7, 2016; Illustrative.

Iran says it downed US MQ-1 drone over Qeshm Island

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir speaks at a conference of senior command staf at the Glilot IDF base on October 4, 2026.

Robots frequently used in battle to reduce risk to soldiers, IDF chief Zamir says

Airwayz operators during a recent NATO drill showcase the Overwatch command and control system

As drones multiply, the battle to control low-altitude airspace intensifies


US carries out 'defensive' strikes on Qeshm Island after Iran downs drone, officials tell 'Post'

US officials said the strikes were defensive measures against Iranians using surface-to-air missiles against US assets, and did not appear to signal a resumption of major combat operations.

A screengrab from a video obtained from social media on September 1, 2026, shows a military aircraft ready to take off on the day US CENTCOM said US forces carried out strikes on an Iranian military target.

Latvia briefly warns of airspace threat, says NATO jets activated

Ukrainian military drones have been straying into the airspace of neighboring European countries, creating concerns of the war spilling over into NATO countries bordering Russia and Belarus.

Canadian army servicemen of the NATO Multinational Brigade Latvia attend "Resolute Reforger 2026," its largest force deployment exercise at Jekabpils airfield, Latvia November 2, 2026.

NATO pushes faster counter-drone defenses and AI-enabled targeting as threats evolve

NATO is racing to counter drone threats with AI-powered targeting, interoperable defenses, and innovation cycles measured in months, not decades.

Royal Danish army Leopard 2A7DK main battle tank operates on the day of the DiBaX 2026 (Digital Backbone eXperimentation) program media day in the Adazi military field, Latvia October 30, 2026.

Drone launched by Houthis intercepted, destroyed over Mecca, Saudi-led coalition says

There was no immediate comment from the Houthis.

Large plume of black smoke rises from the fuel storage area at King Khalid International Airport, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, September 19, 2026. Picture taken with a mobile phone.

As drone threat grows, Magos expands commercial security capabilities

The Israeli tech company is extending its ground-surveillance expertise to aerial threats, emphasizing accuracy, integration, and cost-effective coverage.

Magos' counter drone system

Thailand receives IWI's ARBEL anti-drone solution

The anti-drone system was integrated onto existing rifles; Thailand approved a $104.4 million defense fund for new weapons

Arbel system

Saudi Arabia intercepts three Houthi missiles, IDF kills four terrorists in Gaza operation

Trump tells election rally that Iran, not US, started war • Hebron business demolitions carried out without prior hearing, state tells High Court • UKMTO reports vessel on fire off Iraq's coast

IDF soldiers take part in a military operation in the West Bank city of Hebron, October 25, 2026

Saudi says Riyadh airport partly reopens despite ongoing fighting with Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis

The Houthis said they attacked the airport and Saudi oil facilities on Saturday. Saudi authorities did not comment directly on the Houthi statements.

 A view of missiles during a military parade held by the Houthis on September 21 to mark the anniversary of their takeover in Sanaa, Yemen; Illustrative.

Tehran threatens strikes on energy, civilian targets, and nuclear escalation if attacked - report

Tehran aims to cause even more pain in the case of a renewed campaign, especially at a time when interceptor missile stockpiles are under pressure in Israel and in US-aligned nations in the Gulf.

Women carrying weapons resembling shoulder-fired missiles ride in a truck during a pro-government National Army Day demonstration on April 17, 2026 in Tehran, Iran.

Mecca pact country officials to meet with Iran, Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi missile

Entry of Palestinian workers into West Bank restricted ahead of election • Saudi-led coalition destroys drone near Riyadh • Tehran threatens nuclear escalation

Two US Air Force A-10 Warthog aircraft patrol the skies over the Middle East, October 24, 2026; Illustrative.