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Trump meets Delcy Rodríguez at the UN as Venezuela promises elections without a date; Reaper drones head south, US$52 million in aid shifts to four partners, Colombia rescues hostages, and UNITAS closes in Peru with 24 nations. The post Latin America Defense Monitor — September 19–25, 2026 appeared first on The Rio Times.
Russia hit Kyiv with ballistic missiles and drones, killing two people, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Thursday as a series of blasts rocked the Ukrainian capital. As autumn approaches, Ukrainians are bracing for a tough winter following Moscow's intensifying attacks on the country's energy infrastructure.
We have put together stories from our coverage on science from the past two weeks to help you stay informed. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. J-50 design team reveals leapfrog tech for China’s next-gen stealth fighters China’s next-generation combat aircraft will be able to fly by themselves if a pilot loses consciousness, navigate without satellite signals and operate in self-reorganising large drone formations. 2. Chinese scientists develop oil...
Finnish counter-drone company Sensofusion Plc plans to raise about €300 million ($343 million) in an initial public offering in Helsinki as it seeks funds to accelerate growth amid rising demand for technology to detect and neutralize drones.
China’s military medical experts are making progress in finding cures for common injuries seen in drone warfare, drawing on lessons from the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, according to state broadcaster CCTV. Chen Juxiang, a senior Chinese military doctor, told CCTV on Monday that cranio-maxillofacial injuries – damage to the hard and soft tissues of the head – had become a particularly big problem in conflicts dominated by drones. Chen, director of neurosurgery at the First Affiliated...
Yemen’s Houthis said they attacked “sensitive” sites in the Saudi capital Riyadh on Saturday with missiles and drones, hours after flames and a large plume of smoke were seen near the city’s main airport. Saudi Arabia had sent alerts overnight warning of potential danger around Riyadh, amid an escalation in attacks by the Houthis in the kingdom. Reuters video and photographs showed a huge pillar of black smoke rising in the area, with the airport highway, main terminal building and other...
Critics say Serbia's military ties with Israel are rising significantly.
A key focus of the exercise is the use of technology in battlefield operations, with participating troops training in the employment of drones and autonomous systems for surveillance and reconnaissance
Taiwan’s military has taken delivery of 291 one-way attack drones from US maker Anduril Industries, only to find they came without chargers and require American assistance to recharge them. The revelation involving the Altius-600M loitering munitions has prompted Taiwan’s opposition lawmakers to question the military’s procurement and logistical planning, days before the drones join other weapons systems in a three-day live-fire exercise. The controversy comes at a sensitive time in...
Russia continues its ramped-up air campaign against Ukraine, launching 453 drones in an overnight blitz. One drone struck 800 metres from a border crossing with Poland prompting the polish military to scramble fighter jets and helicopters.
North Korea said on Monday it conducted a joint live-fire drill involving missiles, artillery and drones that it claimed showed “huge destructive power”. The official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said Saturday’s drill was meant to get familiar with the procedure for the operation of the integrated firepower control system. South Korea’s military earlier said it detected short-range ballistic missile launches from North Korea’s eastern coastal Wonsan area on Saturday morning. After observing...
Video shows a low-flying Israeli quadcopter maneuvering between residential buildings in eastern Gaza City.
The first naval battle between two Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs) has taken place in the Black Sea.
Iraq condemns the attack, says Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi orders an investigation into those responsible.
District Forest Officer says it is not technically possible to capture the leopards as they are moving in their natural habitat and occasionally passing through fields
Thousands of drones were used to recreate New York’s Twin Towers in a tribute ahead of the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
The new models can travel at speeds of up to 300mph, faster than Ukraine's air defence interceptors.
Greg Reverdiau, an Arizona-based drone trainer, said he saw something highly unusual for politically polarised America when he waded through public comments on a US government proposal to restrict foreign-made drones: a consensus. Reverdiau, the founder of Pilot Institute, which helps aviators obtain licences, said he reviewed over 3,800 comments submitted to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and estimates that about 98 per cent opposed the proposal or raised concerns about it. “Those...
Dozens of exhibitors from several countries are taking part in the El Alamein International Air Show, held this week at the airport in Egypt's northwestern Mediterranean coast.
Mexico border drones shot down by the United States were flown by smuggling groups scouting routes, the defence secretary said at the daily briefing. The post Mexico Border Drones Were Smugglers’, Defence Chief Says appeared first on The Rio Times.
Ukraine urged the UN aviation agency to call for a full ban on flights through Russian airspace after President Volodymyr Zelensky warned it was becoming unsafe. Kyiv plans increased retaliation against intensified Russian strikes but would target only military facilities, Zelensky said, citing growing Ukrainian drone activity over Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned Tuesday that his country's drones would make Russia's airspace "completely unsafe" for the duration of the war, drawing accusations of "state terrorism" from Russian leader Vladimir Putin. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Former British Military Intelligence Officer Philip Ingram explains that Zelensky's warning is addressed to "those international airlines from the Middle East, from South East Asia, China included that are still operating into Moscow" adding that "it's all part of the information war and bringing the overall conflict to the Russian people".
Iranian media reports two children were among those killed when shrapnel hit a home. Iran then launched missiles and drones at US targets in the Middle East.