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Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Thursday, November 7.
Drone warfare
SOFREP Breaks Down the Ukrainian Targeting of a Russian Arms Factory
Ukrainian drones’ daring strikes on Russian military assets raise questions about the resilience of Russia’s military infrastructure.
Air Superiority Reimagined: Tackling the Drone Threat in Modern Warfare
The US Air Force is redefining air superiority to address the burgeoning threat of low-cost drones that have transformed modern warfare.
US Marines Eye High-Tech Upgrade to Combat Drone Threat
US Marines seek high-tech rifle attachments to detect, track, and defeat hostile drones, ensuring infantry dominance on an evolving battlefield.
Ukraine’s Secret Weapon: A Robot Army Rises from the Ashes
Ukraine crafts a robot army, enhancing battlefield tactics and sparking debates on the ethics of autonomous warfare.
Ukrainian Drones Strike Deep Behind Enemy Lines, Crippling Russian Ammo Depot
Ukrainian drones hit a critical ammo depot deep inside Russia, potentially disrupting their ongoing offensive.
Advancing Warfare Safety: Russia’s Breakthrough in Drone ‘Friend or Foe’ Technology
RPC Pulsar, Russia’s dark horse in the tech race, is rolling out a beast that’s set to redefine the rules of engagement.
US Military Gains Recon Edge with Mistral’s Thor Mini Drone
Mistral’s deployable THOR drone redefines battlefield support with backpackable versatility and 70-min flight time.
Military Readiness in the Drone Age: US Army’s Cutting-edge Defense Against Small Drone Threats
Joint Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems Office tests advanced defenses against small drone swarms at Yuma, enhancing US military’s tactical edge in modern warfare.
Can Drones Save Taiwan? US Needs Range to Counter China’s Growing Swarm
The American drone fleet faces a cost-effective swarm threat from China in Taiwan, highlighting the need for a diverse mix of drones and urging Taiwan to enhance its defenses.
Ukrainian Drone Strike Cripples Russian Black Sea Fleet’s Capabilities
Ukrainian drones sink Russian ship Caesar Kunikov, striking a blow to Russia’s Black Sea Fleet and showcasing advanced naval warfare tactics.
The Abrams Gets a High-Tech Shield: M1E3 Designed to Dominate the Drone Age
The US Army’s next-generation M1E3 Abrams tank gets lighter and upgrades to fight drones on future battlefields.
