Combat drones
Coverage of Combat drones in the Nexus archive.
- Japan says combat drones key to adapting to new warfare as tension rises in the region
Japan emphasizes the need to adopt combat drones and artificial intelligence for modern warfare, citing regional tensions with China. The government prioritizes developing coastal defense drones alongside long-range missiles, with companies like Toshiba and Pro Drone collaborating on projects. The annual defense paper identifies China as Japan’s main strategic challenge due to increased Chinese military activity in the Pacific.
- Japan says combat drones key to adapting to new warfare as tension rises in the region
Japan emphasizes adapting to new warfare methods like combat drones and AI, citing regional tensions and China's military activity. The government prioritizes drone development for coastal defense and has selected companies for rapid testing, while addressing concerns over China's growing presence in the Pacific.
- Japan says combat drones key to adapting to new warfare as tension rises in the region
Japan emphasizes the importance of combat drones and artificial intelligence in adapting to modern warfare, citing examples from Ukraine and the Middle East. The government aims to strengthen its defense industry to address rising regional tensions.
- AI drones made in Germany see duty on Ukraine's front line
German defense company Helsing is supplying combat drones to Ukraine and the Bundeswehr. The article explores their effectiveness on the front line through a Ukrainian combat mission observed by DW.
- Unprecedented images show how Russia is using drones from the war in Ukraine in Africa
Russian mercenaries from the Africa Corps, which has replaced the Wagner Group in supporting Mali's army, are deploying combat drones in Mali. These drones, commonly used in Ukraine, are now being utilized in the Sahel region despite not being designed for that environment.
- Israel finds new breakaway allies in Bosnia's Serbs
Israel is strengthening ties with Bosnia's Serb-run Republika Srpska, as evidenced by recent meetings between Israeli officials and Republika Srpska's leadership. The collaboration includes arms deals and strategic partnerships, with Serbia also deepening its military cooperation with Israel through joint combat drone production.
- World’s Best Combat Drone Pilots – Interviewed
Ukrainian combat drone pilots emphasize practice, tactics, teamwork, and technical mastery over reflexes, as highlighted in interviews at a May 2026 competition in Truskavets. Operators aged 20 to 53 stress adaptation and defense-focused missions.
- Japan approves scrapping a ban on lethal weapons exports
Japan has approved the removal of a postwar ban on lethal weapons exports, paving the way for arms sales of advanced military equipment like next-generation fighter jets and combat drones. This decision eliminates final regulatory barriers for Japan's defense industry.
- Japan approves scrapping a ban on lethal weapons exports
Japan has approved the scrapping of its postwar ban on lethal weapons exports, paving the way for arms sales including next-generation fighter jets and combat drones. This decision clears final regulatory hurdles for Japan's defense industry.