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The DoD used counter-UAS authorities to down a border-patrol drone operating in military airspace near Fort Hancock, prompting an expanded temporary flight restriction. Officials say the action was coordinated with CBP and the FAA to counter cartel drone threats, with no commercial flights affected and plans to improve interagency cooperation moving forward.
The U.S. military reportedly used a directed-energy laser to down a drone, while the FAA expanded airspace closures around El Paso, Texas, as officials said operations continued and flights were affected in the border region.
Five NATO members — Germany, France, Italy, Poland and the United Kingdom — launched LEAP to jointly develop low-cost autonomous drones within a year to bolster Europe’s air defenses and ensure defense costs match the evolving threats from Russia, backed by a multimillion-euro commitment.
Amazon cuts the DJI Mini 4K drone to $239 (20% off from $299) for a limited time, featuring a 4K UHD camera, under-249g weight, a 3-axis gimbal, one‑touch takeoff/landing, GPS return‑to‑home, and a real-world range of about 1.5–3 km (10 km max in ideal conditions).
A Rapid Support Forces drone hit a vehicle carrying displaced families near Er Rahad in North Kordofan, killing at least 24 people including eight children, with several others wounded; aid groups condemned the attack and urged accountability as Sudan's war drives mass displacement and famine, following other strikes on aid operations and amid a broader regional crisis.
Amazon is offering the DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo for $1,099, down from $1,599—a 31% discount that matches a record-low. The package includes the drone, RC 2 remote, filters, three batteries, three propeller sets, a shoulder bag, and more, with a 1-inch CMOS sensor and 4K video up to 60fps (4K 120fps slow motion), Nightscape omnidirectional sensing, and nighttime return-to-home along with ActiveTrack 360°. Note that while the FCC bans new foreign drones, ownership of drones already in the U.S. remains allowed, though stock is dwindling.
A U.S. aircraft carrier shot down an Iranian drone that aggressively approached the USS Abraham Lincoln in international waters in the Arabian Sea. Hours later, Iranian gunboats threatened to board a US-flagged tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, with U.S. forces escorting the tanker as tensions escalate. Diplomatic talks between the U.S. and Iran hit a snag, with Tehran seeking relocation and narrowing discussions to the nuclear issue, while the U.S. has bolstered regional forces amid a broader effort to deter conflict.
U.S. forces shot down a Shahed-139 drone that aggressively approached the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea; no American personnel were harmed, and CENTCOM said Iran’s harassment of a US-flagged tanker later highlighted ongoing regional tensions.
The US says an Iranian drone aggressively approached the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea and was shot down by an F-35C in self-defence, with no injuries or damage reported as tensions with Iran persist; talks between the US and Iran were planned later in the week.
The Pentagon says U.S. forces shot down an Iranian drone, signaling ongoing, high-tension exchanges between Washington and Tehran amid broader regional frictions.
The U.S. military says an Iranian Shahed-139 drone aggressively closed in on the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea and was shot down by an F-35C in self-defense to protect the carrier and crew; no US military injuries or equipment damage were reported, as diplomatic talks with Iran on nuclear issues continue in the background.
Satellite imagery shows a Bayraktar Akinci drone at East Oweinat near the Egyptian–Sudanese border, signaling Cairo’s deeper involvement in Sudan’s war by backing the Sudanese military and potentially conducting strikes; Egypt denies direct airstrikes, while the RSF claims attacks. Analysts say the deployment marks a notable escalation and reflects shifting regional alignments as Egypt tightens border security.
BBC Verify reports that Russia has resumed attacks on Ukrainian cities after a brief cold-weather pause, with casualties including at least 12 miners killed at an eastern coal mine and strikes on homes and a maternity hospital; President Zelensky says Russia’s actions must be stopped, while BBC Verify continues its broader verification work on related videos, Epstein files, and other conflicts.
Amazon is offering the DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo for $1,099, a $500 (31%) discount from $1,599 and a new record low. The bundle includes the drone, RC 2 remote, filters, three batteries, three propeller sets, and a shoulder bag. The Mini 5 Pro features a 1-inch CMOS sensor with 4K HDR at 60fps (and 4K 120fps), Nightscape omnidirectional sensing and nighttime return-to-home, plus ActiveTrack 360° for moving subjects. Despite the FCC ban on foreign drones, existing stock in the U.S. remains legal to own, but deals may disappear as inventory dwindles.
A team led by Luke Maximo Bell set a new drone speed record by achieving an average speed of 657 km/h with a redesigned V4 quadcopter featuring upgraded engines, props, and a larger 3D-printed body, tested via simulations and printed on a Bambu Lab H2D. A follow camera attempt with a 360-degree setup was not finalized, keeping the door open for future challengers while noting that prop airplanes have exceeded 800 km/h.