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<p><span style="color: #ba372a;"><em>13 June 2025</em></span></p>
<p>In retaliation for Israel's missile strike on Iranian nuclear enrichment facilities and other sites&mdash;which claimed the lives of the Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, the Commander of the IRGC, and the head of Iran&rsquo;s Emergency Command&mdash;Iran sent more than 100 combat drones towards Israeli territory.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Israeli strike&mdash;which occurred days before Iranian and U.S. officials were scheduled for the <em>now-cancelled</em> sixth round of nuclear deal discussions&mdash;is the largest attack on the Islamic Republic since the 1980s Iran-Iraq war.</p>
<p>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated the strikes on Iranian nuclear installations were &ldquo;very successful" in a televised address, adding Israel will attack Iran &ldquo;until the threat is removed.&rdquo;</p>
<p>Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had his own response on social platform X, vowing retribution for Israel&rsquo;s attacks.</p>
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<p>Iran&rsquo;s Foreign Ministry also warned it would hold the United States responsible for Israeli military actions.</p>
<p>Israel's attack on Iranian nuclear sites came one day after the United Nations' nuclear sentinels &mdash; the IAEA Board of Governors &mdash; declared Iran in noncompliance with its nuclear-safeguard obligations for the first time in 20 years.</p>
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<p>&ldquo;If Iran does not come back to the negotiating table &mdash; as the U.S. has already called on it to do &mdash; then I think, and I fear, Israel will have to take successive rounds of action to take out what&rsquo;s left of Iran&rsquo;s nuclear program,&rdquo; said Firas Maksad, managing director for the Middle East and North Africa practice at Eurasia Group.</p>
<h5><span style="color: #ba372a;"><strong>See Iran's Drone Attack on Tel Aviv</strong></span></h5>
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Iran Sends Attack Drones to Israel

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<p><span style="color: #ba372a;"><em>13 June 2025</em></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #ba372a;"><strong><a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.uavnavigation.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">UAV Navigation</a></strong></span>, a division of Grupo Oes&iacute;a specializing in advanced guidance, navigation, and control solutions, has been selected as a key technology provider for the European VANTAGE project. This ambitious initiative, funded by the European Defence Fund (EDF), aims to develop the next generation of tactical VTOL unmanned aerial systems for European defense.</p>
<p>Coordinated by Latvijas Mobilais Telefons (LMT), the VANTAGE project represents a major milestone in Europe&rsquo;s pursuit of technological superiority and operational autonomy&mdash;capabilities that have proven critical on today&rsquo;s battlefields, as starkly demonstrated by recent conflicts such as the war in Ukraine. The resulting platform will be a modular VTOL (vertical take-off and landing) drone, capable of executing a wide range of C4ISR (command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance) missions as well as kinetic strikes, with a strong emphasis on adaptability to complex and contested environments.</p>
<p>In this context, UAV Navigation-Grupo Oes&iacute;a brings its extensive expertise in high-precision<strong> </strong>inertial navigation and robust flight control, ensuring superior performance even in GNSS-denied environments where GNSS signals are blocked or degraded. The Spanish company autonomous navigation technology guarantees mission integrity and safety, allowing the UAV to operate without human intervention under adverse conditions or safely return to a designated location if communication links are lost.</p>
<p>&ldquo;At UAV Navigation, we are proud to contribute our cutting-edge technology at the core of the VANTAGE project, a crucial effort to enhance European security and set new standards in unmanned aerial system capabilities,&rdquo; said Miguel &Aacute;ngel de Frutos, Director &amp; CTO at UAV Navigation &ndash; Grupo Oes&iacute;a. &ldquo;Our guidance and navigation solution is essential for enabling UAVs to perform coordinated, resilient autonomous operations on the battlefield of the future, delivering precision and reliability when it matters most, with proven operational capability and a commitment to European strategic autonomy.&rdquo;</p>
<p>The unmanned VTOL platform developed under the VANTAGE project will also incorporate UAV Navigation &ndash; Grupo Oes&iacute;a&rsquo;s advanced algorithms for fully autonomous operations. These include<strong> </strong>sense-and-avoid capabilities, dynamic flight replanning, and coordinated swarm functionality. Such innovations empower the platform to execute complex tactical missions with a high degree of autonomy and operational safety. At the same time, manual intervention mechanisms are embedded within the system to ensure that human oversight remains integral in high-stakes scenarios, reinforcing both operational responsibility and the ethical deployment of systems with kinetic capabilities.</p>
<p>The project is supported by the European Commission (European Union) through the European Defence Fund and is coordinated by Latvijas Mobilais Telefons SIA. It brings together a consortium of leading organizations across Europe, including UAV Navigation&ndash;Grupo Oes&iacute;a, C&amp;V Defence, CAVOK UAS, Centro de Observaci&oacute;n y Teledetecci&oacute;n Espacial SAU, Vegvisir, Institutul Național de Cercetare-Dezvoltare Aerospațială "Elie Carafoli" (INCAS București), and M3 Systems Belgium. Together, these partners are working collaboratively to advance innovation and technological capabilities in the field of defense.</p>
<p>With VANTAGE, UAV Navigation &ndash; Grupo Oes&iacute;a strengthens its position as a European leader in UAV guidance, navigation and control systems, delivering innovative solutions that enable a safer, more flexible, and technologically advanced defense for Europe.</p>
<h5><span style="color: #ba372a;"><strong>About the VANTAGE Consortium</strong></span></h5>
<p>The VANTAGE consortium brings together 8 renowned organizations from 7 countries across the continent and includes Latvijas Mobilais Telefons SIA (Coordinator), C&amp;V Defence, CAVOK UAS, Centro de Observaci&oacute;n y Teledetecci&oacute;n Espacial SAU, Vegvisir, Institutul Național de Cercetare-Dezvoltare Aerospațială "Elie Carafoli" (INCAS București), M3 Systems Belgium, UAV Navigation-Grupo Oes&iacute;a.</p>
<h5><span style="color: #ba372a;"><strong>About UAV Navigation - Grupo Oes&iacute;a</strong></span></h5>
<p>UAV Navigation-Grupo Oes&iacute;a is a company specializing in the design of guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) solutions for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) since 2004. UAV Navigation-Grupo Oes&iacute;a's flight solutions are used by a wide range of leading aerospace manufacturers for a variety of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), also known as remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) or "drones."</p>
<p>UAV Navigation is part of Grupo Oes&iacute;a, a Spanish multinational company dedicated to dual-use digital and industrial engineering, which develops and implements projects in more than 40 countries. It has 3,600 professionals in 19 corporate headquarters in Europe, Latin America and Asia. Throughout almost 50 years of experience, it has innovated products and services that benefit millions of people around the world, with the aim of creating a better, more efficient, safer and sustainable world. &nbsp;</p>
<p>The industrial companies within the Grupo Oes&iacute;a ecosystem are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining cutting-edge technology for the Security, Defense, and Aerospace sectors, with a long track record of work in avionics for significant projects such as the Eurofighter EF-2000, A-400M, F-18, C-295, P3-B Orion, or MH-60R. The group is now involved in the most important UAV projects, including FCAS/NGWS, Eurodrone, and SIRTAP, among others.&nbsp;</p>

UAV Navigation–Grupo Oesía Joins VANTAGE Project

<p><span style="color: #ba372a;"><em>10 June 2025</em></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #ba372a;"><strong><a href="https://aeronautics-sys.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="color: #ba372a;">Aeronautics Ltd</span></a><span style="color: #ba372a;">.</span></strong></span>, a global leader in the design, development, and manufacture of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) for defense and homeland security markets, is announcing contracts from numerous customers worldwide in excess of $50M.</p>
<p>These awards encompass the supply of the advanced Orbiter 4 UAS in various configurations, representing Aeronautics&rsquo; commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions to its global customers for the modern battlefield.</p>
<p>The Orbiter 4 System is set apart as a powerful UAS asset for advanced, flexible and precise operations. It is easy to use, with a low logistical footprint and small crew, suitable for diverse operational needs including payloads of various types and functions which provide optimal solutions for modern battlefield requirements. &nbsp;</p>
<p>Designed for both land and maritime operations, Orbiter 4 stands out with its extended endurance, operational flexibility, and cost-effectiveness. An advanced Group 3 tactical UAS, the system enables multi-mission and multi-payload operation, operating in adverse weather conditions. The ability to rapidly change in the field between various configurations (such as the launcher and VTOL configurations) enables agility and flexibility for the ever-changing battlefield needs.</p>
<p>Dan Slasky, President &amp; CEO of Aeronautics, stated: "We are proud to announce these new contracts for our Orbiter 4 systems. This state-of-the-art and battle-proven UAS enables exceptional operational capabilities, setting a new benchmark for flexibility, mission excellence, operational efficiency, and survivability. We see great potential going forward with these important customers as we continue our dedication to providing innovative solutions for the challenges ahead"<strong>.</strong></p>
<h5><span style="color: #ba372a;"><strong>About the Aeronautics Group</strong></span></h5>
<p>Established in 1997, Aeronautics is a world leader in designing, developing, and manufacturing Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) for the global defense &amp; HLS markets. Backed by continuous research and development and with proven performance and operability, Aeronautics&rsquo; broad product portfolio includes the expertise of its subsidiaries and offers solutions for a wide range of Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions that lead the segment with innovative systems for the modern battlefield.&nbsp;</p>

Aeronautics Ltd. Secures $50M in Contracts for Orbiter 4

<p><span style="color: #ba372a;"><em>05 June 2025</em></span></p>
<p>More evidence of attack on Russian bombers by Ukrainian combat drones just released.</p>
<p>Note ineffective "tire defenses" deployed by Russia splayed across some of the aircraft.</p>
<h5><span style="color: #ba372a;"><strong>See the Attack</strong></span></h5>
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Ukraine Shares Footage of Drone Attack on Russian Airbases

<p><span style="color: #ba372a;"><em>04 June 2025</em></span></p>
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<div class="wpds-c-fdwMEW overrideStyles hide-for-print" data-qa="subscribe-promo" data-testid="subscribe-promo"><span style="color: #34495e;">The United States&mdash;and other nations for that matter &mdash; is similarly vulnerable to, as the Washington Post put it, "low-tech, low-cost strikes."</span></div>
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<div><span style="color: #34495e;">&ldquo;The Pentagon should be very worried about this,&rdquo; said Stacie Pettyjohn, a senior fellow at the Center for a New American Security. "A Ukraine-style attack &mdash; using drones hidden in shipping containers or trucks &mdash; could very well happen on U.S. soil, or against U.S. air and naval bases overseas."</span></div>
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When a Mouse annihilates a Lion

<p><span style="color: #ba372a;"><em>03 June 2025</em></span></p>
<p>Ukraine's surprise Operation Spider Web&mdash;aimed at attacking multiple airbases across Russia using drones&mdash;may have dealt the Russian invading force a blow from which it can't easily recover.</p>
<p>Although actual Russian aircraft losses in the drone strikes cannot be verified at press time&mdash;Ukraine initially claimed 41 planes destroyed, while Moscow says the number was inflated by the attackers&mdash;any substantial destruction of Russia's strategic air fleet is worrying, as many of its bombers are no longer manufactured.</p>
<p>"Russia lost a significant part of its heavy bomber fleet in the attack with no immediate ability to replace it,&rdquo; said Douglas Barrie of the International Institute of Strategic Studies.</p>
<p>Ukraine is said to have launched 117 drones against four Russian airfields:&nbsp;<span data-huuid="1849938867728502748">Belaya (Irkutsk), </span><span data-huuid="1849938867728502111">Olenya (Murmansk), </span><span data-huuid="1849938867728501474">Dyagilevo (Ryazan), </span><span data-huuid="1849938867728500837">and Ivanovo Severny (Ivanovo). </span></p>
<p><span data-huuid="1849938867728500837">The targets were apparently bombers and warning/control aircraft the Russian military has been using to launch missile attacks against Ukrainian cities, such as the Tu-22M3 (manufactured 1983-1993), Tu-95MS (1981; modernized 2019-2021), and A-50 Mainstay (manufactured 1978-1992). There were also unconfirmed reports that a Tu-160&mdash;a long-range supersonic warplane that is the only Russian bomber still being manufactured&mdash;was destroyed.</span></p>
<p><span data-huuid="1849938867728500837">Many Russian military influencers/bloggers have been losing their minds over the attacks, but not in the way you might expect. Russia's Defense Ministry has been pummeled for not learning from previous Ukrainian drone attacks and using that data to better secure and protect its air fleet. For example, satellite images of various Russian air bases have revealed Tu-95s have been "covered" in old tires. Hardly an effective defense...</span></p>
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Ukrainian Drones Decimate Russian Air Bases

<p><span style="color: #ba372a;"><em>12 May 2025</em></span></p>
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<div>Described as yet another ceasefire violation by Pakistan, Indian air defenses tangled with a fleet of suspected Pakistani drones near the International Border in the Indian-administered Jammu&rsquo;s Samba district.</div>
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<div>&ldquo;Comparatively, a very small number of drones have come in the Samba sector," explained an Army official, speaking after a ceasefire was agreed by both countries on Saturday, May 10. "They are being engaged and there is nothing to be alarmed about.&rdquo;<br /><br /></div>
<div>The alleged Pakistani drones appeared less than an hour after a televised address by India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where he affirmed his country's resolve to deal with terrorists being given shelter in Pakistan.</div>
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<div>"Pakistan must get rid of its terrorist infrastructure if it wants to be saved," said Modi. "I will also tell the global community that if we talk to Pakistan, it will be about terrorism only. It will be about Pakistan-occupied Kashmir."&nbsp;</div>
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Pakistani Drones Violate Ceasefire

<p><span style="color: #ba372a;"><em>25 April 2025</em></span></p>
<p class="EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao MvWXB TjIXL aGjvy ebVHC ">Houthi militants in Yemen managed to take down three U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper drones this past week, bringing the militant group's kill score against Reapers to seven since March of this year, and a total of 15 since October 2023..</p>
<p class="EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao MvWXB TjIXL aGjvy ebVHC ">Since the Trump Administration's expanded air strikes again the Houthis a couple of weeks back, it is estimated, by White House press secretary Karoline Leavit, that more than 200 sorties have been launched. However, the Pentagon has said the air strikes have reached around 750 since March 15.</p>
<p class="EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao MvWXB TjIXL aGjvy ebVHC ">The military goal of what the United States has titled "Operation Rough Rider" is to stop the Houthis from continuing its attacks on shipping in the Red Sea.</p>
<p class="EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao MvWXB TjIXL aGjvy ebVHC ">The loss of the U.S. Reaper drones isn't a huge number, of course, but given the fact that each MQ-9 costs $28 million&mdash;and the Air Force has a current inventory of just 280 of these drones&mdash;the destroyed combat UAVs can be considered significant.</p>
<p class="EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao MvWXB TjIXL aGjvy ebVHC ">In early April, the Operation Rough Rider air battle cost the United States approximately $200 million dollars in additional munitions, and it is estimated the figure may rise to $1 billion.</p>
<p class="EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy ">"The objective of these strikes was to degrade the economic source of power of the Houthis, who continue to exploit and bring great pain upon their fellow countrymen," said a spokesperson from U.S. Central Command regarding a recent strike at the Houthi-controlled Ras Isa Fuel Port. "This strike was not intended to harm the people of Yemen, who rightly want to throw off the yoke of Houthi subjugation and live peacefully."</p>
<p class="EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy ">However, the U.S. military has had very limited success in obliterating Houthi drones, missiles, and command operations, as these combat supplies are protected in underground bunkers.</p>
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U.S. Drones Shot out of the Sky by Houthis

<p><span style="color: #ba372a;"><em>10 April 2025</em></span></p>
<p><a href="https://gremsy.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="color: #ba372a;"><strong>Gremsy</strong></span></a> is pleased to announce that the <a href="https://gremsy.com/products/product-payloads/eo-ir-payloads/vio" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="color: #ba372a;"><strong>VIO F1</strong></span></a>, our advanced (EO/IR/LRF) payload, has officially been added to the Blue UAS Framework. This achievement marks a significant step forward in the company&rsquo;s mission to provide secure, reliable, and high-performance UAV imaging solutions in multiple applications.</p>
<h5><span style="color: #ba372a;"><strong>Cutting-Edge Aerial Solution for Critical Missions</strong></span></h5>
<p>Designed with precision stabilization, compact form factor, and rapid integration capabilities, Gremsy&rsquo;s VIO F1 is engineered to deliver unparalleled performance.</p>
<p>Let&rsquo;s find out what VIO F1 has to offer to be approved in DIU&rsquo;s Blue List:</p>
<ul>
<li>High Endurance and Precision EO/IR/LRF Capabilities &ndash; Enables real-time situational awareness in various complex environments.</li>
<li>Compact and Lightweight Design &ndash; Ideal for integration into a wide range of UAV platforms.</li>
<li>Advanced Stabilization Technology &ndash; Ensures superior image clarity and precision for reconnaissance and inspection missions.</li>
<li>Seamless System Integration &ndash; Built to support quick and efficient deployment across multiple industries.</li>
</ul>
<p>By meeting the security and interoperability requirements of the DIU&rsquo;s Blue UAS program, the VIO F1 is not only an innovative payload but also a commercial enabler for businesses seeking reliable UAV imaging solutions.</p>
<h5><span style="color: #ba372a;"><strong>Blue UAS Certification</strong></span></h5>
<p><span style="color: #ba372a;"><strong><img src="https://media.thedroningcompany.com/images/tincy/VVXi1OspAtE8fsDCmSz16BXpvFqt7LLYMvR5R4C5.jpg" alt="" width="676" height="468" /></strong></span></p>
<p><strong><em>Photo: VIO F1 is DIU verified after being validated through UAS Platforms and Capabilities Field Tests for government uses.</em></strong></p>
<p>Toward any OEMs, system integrators, UAV manufacturers, the Blue UAS approval of the VIO F1 brings several strategic advantages:</p>
<ul>
<li>Streamlined Procurement Processes &ndash; Eliminates lengthy approval cycles by offering a pre-cleared, ready-to-deploy payload.</li>
<li>Enhanced Cybersecurity and Supply Chain Assurance &ndash; Reduces risk by ensuring all components meet strict security and compliance standards.</li>
<li>Increased Market Access for any partners within Gremsy&rsquo;s network &ndash; Strengthens the commercial positioning of a comprehensive UAV and payload systems together, accelerating adoption in government and industrial markets.</li>
</ul>
<h5><span style="color: #ba372a;"><strong>Unlock New Opportunities with VIO F1</strong></span></h5>
<p>By achieving Blue UAS clearance, Gremsy reinforces its position as a trusted provider of advanced UAV payload solutions</p>
<ul>
<li>In the markets where security compliance is an important factor, Gremsy gradually reduces barriers to entry, allowing businesses to focus on innovation and performance enhancements rather than compliance challenges.</li>
<li>As a trusted payload provider for high-stakes operations, Gremsy gains a competitive edge in comparison with other payload makers.</li>
<li>Organizations integrating VIO F1, which is a pre-cleared, government-approved payload, can ensure long-term compliance and uninterrupted market access.</li>
</ul>
<p>With these advantages in place, businesses seeking advanced UAV imaging solutions can now seamlessly integrate the VIO F1 into their operations.</p>
<h5><span style="color: #ba372a;"><strong>Learn More</strong></span></h5>
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Gremsy VIO F1 Achieves Blue UAS Clearance

<p><span style="color: #ba372a;"><em>02 April 2025</em></span></p>
<p>As drones continue to become essential factors in warfare, the U.S. Marine Corps is rising to the challenge by forming The Marine Corps Attack Drone Team (MCADT)&mdash;a FPV-training squad that will study, develop, and deploy high-tech systems to enhance the service's combat readiness.</p>
<p>In a statement, the Marines shared: &ldquo;The team&rsquo;s mission is to integrate lessons from modern combat; represent the Marine Corps in inter-service, national, and international competitions; and, through iterative training and competition, provide input to the development of cutting-edge FPV drone capabilities to enhance warfighting effectiveness."</p>
<p>The MCADT&mdash;which will be based at the Weapons Training Battalion-Quantico in Virginia&mdash;comes at a mission-critical time.</p>
<p>Real-world, battlefield examples of the effectiveness of FPV drones as attack and reconnaissance "warriors" have been constant during the Russia-Ukraine war</p>
<p>&ldquo;Today&rsquo;s battlefield is changing rapidly, and we must adapt just as quickly,&rdquo; said MCADT officer-in-charge Maj. Alejandro Tavizon.&nbsp;&ldquo;The MCADT will ensure our warfighters remain at the forefront of precision drone employment, providing a critical advantage in future conflicts.&rdquo;</p>
<p>The MCADT isn't taking its sweet time to ramp up operations. A training competition has already been scheduled for June, where the MCADT will launch simulated tactical missions against elite fighting teams, such as the 75th Ranger Regiment.&nbsp;</p>
<h5><span style="color: #ba372a;"><strong>Learn More</strong></span></h5>
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