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Reuters • Max Hunder

Russia escalates electronic warfare against Ukraine’s Starlink-linked drone operations

Reuters reports that Russian forces are deploying powerful jamming systems aimed at disrupting Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet, in an effort to blunt Ukraine’s “mid-strike” drone attacks. Ukraine’s use of fixed-wing midrange drones with Starlink satellite communications is described as driving Russia to “play catch-up.” Separate coverage notes Brazil’s regulator approval for satellite direct-to-cell rules, enabling Starlink phone connectivity to ordinary handsets.

10 Sources

2026-07-07T23:59:44.316342-07:00

Breaking Defense

NATO surveillance overhaul: extra MQ-4C Tritons, Saab GlobalEye for AWACS, and pooled Airbus A400M transport—while Boeing lines

128 Sources

2026-07-07T00:45:35.454324-07:00

The War Zone

Boresight debuts BQ-750 Block 2 target drone as B-52 readiness strains AGM-181A cruise-missile testing

3 Sources

2026-07-07T16:53:13.919557-07:00

SpaceWatch Global

Singapore and Japan aerospace bodies sign MoU to deepen collaboration across aerospace, UAS and space

1 Source

2026-07-07T00:32:50.675186-07:00

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Reuters

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Russia escalates electronic warfare against Ukraine’s Starlink-linked drone operations Reuters reports that Russian forces are deploying powerful jamming systems aimed at disrupting Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet, in an effort to blunt Ukraine’s “mid-strike” drone attacks. Ukraine’s use of fixed-wing midrange drones with Starlink satellite communications is described as driving Russia to “play catch-up.” Separate coverage notes Brazil’s regulator approval for satellite direct-to-cell rules, enabling Starlink phone connectivity to ordinary handsets.

2026-07-07T23:59:44.316342-07:00

Russia escalates electronic warfare against Ukraine’s Starlink-linked drone operations

The War Zone

3 sources

Boresight debuts BQ-750 Block 2 target drone as B-52 readiness strains AGM-181A cruise-missile testing Boresight says it has built the BQ-750 Block 2 target drone to expand on the company’s earlier commercially successful BQ-400. In parallel, reporting highlights that B-52 fleet readiness issues—following a tragic loss—are creating testing challenges for the AGM-181A nuclear cruise missile upgrade.

2026-07-07T16:53:13.919557-07:00

Boresight debuts BQ-750 Block 2 target drone as B-52 readiness strains AGM-181A cruise-missile testing

Bloomberg

1 source

VC funding surges into defense tech, spotlighting Anduril’s Ghost drone Venture capital for aerospace and military startups is shifting from “off limits” to a mainstream bet, with investors increasingly backing companies tied to defense programs. Anduril used its Costa Mesa headquarters to showcase its Ghost drone, signaling how defense-focused autonomy is attracting new funding.

2026-07-07T04:15:56.395629-07:00

VC funding surges into defense tech, spotlighting Anduril’s Ghost drone

Breaking Defense

128 sources

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NATO surveillance overhaul: extra MQ-4C Tritons, Saab GlobalEye for AWACS, and pooled Airbus A400M transport—while Boeing lines NATO is moving to expand and modernize its intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance posture with additional Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Tritons and a Saab GlobalEye selection for the AWACS replacement. In parallel, allies are launching a multinational pooled Airbus A400M transport fleet concept. Separately, Boeing is poised to win its first order from Philippine Airlines since 2007.

2026-07-07T00:45:35.454324-07:00

NATO surveillance overhaul: extra MQ-4C Tritons, Saab GlobalEye for AWACS, and pooled Airbus A400M transport—while Boeing lines

SpaceWatch Global

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Singapore and Japan Aerospace Organizations to Expand Collaboration in Aerospace, UAS and Space

2026-07-07T00:32:50.675186-07:00

Singapore and Japan Aerospace

SpaceWatch Global

1 source

Singapore and Japan aerospace bodies sign MoU to deepen collaboration across aerospace, UAS and space AAIS and SJAC have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen exchanges between Singapore and Japan’s aerospace industries, spanning aerospace, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), and space. The agreement is aimed at expanding cross-border cooperation and information-sharing between the two sectors.

2026-07-07T00:32:50.675186-07:00

Singapore and Japan aerospace bodies sign MoU to deepen collaboration across aerospace, UAS and space

Breaking Defense

3 sources

Ondas closes $875.8M DZYNE acquisition, forming Ondas Sentinel for ISR, counter-UAS and strike Ondas has closed its $875.8M acquisition of DZYNE Technologies, following an 8-company purchase spree over two years. The deal creates the Ondas Sentinel division spanning ISR, counter-UAS and strike, with plans to integrate a “surface to stratosphere” drone portfolio via a new AI command system in partnership with Palantir.

2026-07-06T13:18:26.907500-07:00

Ondas closes $875.8M DZYNE acquisition, forming Ondas Sentinel for ISR, counter-UAS and strike

Reuters

4 sources

TSA: US agencies seize 600+ drones near FIFA World Cup sites as restricted-airspace enforcement ramps up The Transportation Security Administration says US agencies have seized more than 600 drones near FIFA World Cup venues and fan zones since June 11. The FBI attributed the activity to drones operating in restricted airspace around the 2026 sites, after repeated issues tied to compliance warnings.

2026-07-06T11:45:02.056740-07:00

TSA: US agencies seize 600+ drones near FIFA World Cup sites as restricted-airspace enforcement ramps up

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