Drone Wars UK

Don’t be a stepping stone for war In the face of escalating war, Hannah Brock Womack shares how to keep pushing back against the idea that armed conflict is inevitable.

Helpful from @peace-campaigns.quaker.org.uk on what we can do as individuals to challenge war on Iran www.quaker.org.uk/blog/don-t-b...

While public concern about the use of AI for war-fighting continues to grow, the UK has quietly awarded 26 companies contracts to to develop AI targeting system for UK armed forces: Latest on Drone Wars UK: dronewars.net/2026/03/12/u...

The Guardian view on AI in war: the Iran conflict shows that the paradigm shift has already begun Editorial: The intensified use of artificial intelligence, and rows over its control, demonstrate the need for democratic oversight and multilateral controls

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Outside 'RAF Fairford' saying loud and clear 'No War on Iran' with @cnduk.bsky.social and Oxfordshire Peace Campaign

Oh good grief.

US debuts suicide drone in Iran after fast-tracked Pentagon procurement The U.S. successfully debuted a low‑cost suicide drone in combat ​in Iran just eight months after its Pentagon unveiling, as the U.S. pushes to accelerate weapons programs.

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No to War on Iran! Starmer has given Trump permission to use UK bases for attacks on Iran. Join us to say No!
Demo at Fairford US air base , Sat 7 March, 1.00 – 2.30 pm Organised @dronewarsuk.bsky.social, @cnduk.bsky.social and Oxfordshire Peace Campaign.
Details: dronewars.net/2026/03/02/e...

UK RAF airbase in Cyprus hit by drone strike Attack on RAF Akrotiri takes place hours after UK agrees to let US use British military bases to attack Iran’s missile sites

UK RAF airbase in Cyprus hit by drone strike - @theguardian.com www.theguardian.com/world/2026/m...

Military AI companies arguing that the laws of war do not apply to their type of warfare
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Anthropic boss rejects Pentagon demand to drop AI safeguards Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth previously threatened to remove the firm from the department's supply chain.

Amodei [Anthropic CEO] said today's most advanced and capable AI systems "are simply not reliable enough to power fully autonomous weapons."

Reminder: AI can’t discriminate between civilians and combatants, determine proportionate responses, or be held accountable. 🧪

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Third strike, likely by a drone, in a week. These unlawful strikes have killed more than 150 people

Great turnout last night at Clevedon Quaker Meeting House for discussion on how we can challenge increasing spending on #drones and #AI weapons. Lots of energy in the room!

The kill chain AI is making warfare even more deadly. Decca Muldowney speaks to Chris Cole of Drone Wars about the risks of weapons that make their own decisions.

Spoke to @newint.bsky.social about the development of autonomous weapons, the serious threat from these systems and the need for global action now. newint.org/arms/2026/ki...

The Israeli army called a man in Tallousa on Monday, then killed him Killed Monday by an Israeli drone strike in southern Lebanon, Ahmad Tarmous, a Hezbollah member, received a threatening call from the Israeli army just minutes before the threat was carried...

The horrific reality of Israeli drone warfare today: 'Do you want to die alone or with everyone else in your house?' today.lorientlejour.com/article/1495...

What exactly are hypersonic weapons? Read our background briefing: 'Speed Kills- The Growing Threat of Hypersonic Weapons'
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Niger: Military Drone Strike Kills 17 Civilians An apparent Nigerien military drone strike killed at least 17 civilians, including 4 children, and injured at least 13 others at a crowded market in western Niger on January 6, 2026.

Niger: Military Drone Strike Kills 17 Civilians - @hrw.org www.hrw.org/news/2026/02...

US Launches Renewed Strikes Against ISIS in Syria U.S. aircraft, drones, and attack helicopters have launched airstrikes against ISIS in Syria as part of a renewed campaign against the group.

US Launches Renewed Strikes Against ISIS in Syria www.airandspaceforces.com/us-launches-...

We believe US military or intelligence personnel are operating at 24 sites in Britain at least -- more than successive governments have told parliament.

Help us find more information because the government is refusing to. See next post...

Pls repost thread

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US shoots down Iranian drone flying towards aircraft carrier, navy says Shahed-139 drone approached USS Abraham Lincoln ‘with unclear intent’ as US warships headed towards Iran

US shoots down Iranian drone flying towards aircraft carrier, navy says @theguardian.com www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

The Secret Egyptian Air Base Behind Sudan’s Drone War

The secret Egyptian Air Base Behind Sudan's Drone War - @nytimes.com

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Great to spend the day with colleagues from across peace movement, sharing on research and discussing decline in transparency and how we can challenge it. Huge thanks to @peace-campaigns.quaker.org.uk for hosting us!

Elbit bets on UK as its European drone sales hub Elbit’s full ownership of UTACS comes about a year after the British government decided to gradually phase its Watchkeepers out of military service.

Big News: Elbit takes over UTACS in Leicester and bets on UK as its European drone sales hub says @defensenews.bsky.social
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Reporters - Drones and influence: Exclusive investigation into Turkey's power play in Africa Over the past two decades, Turkey has become a major player in Africa. Although more discreet than China or Russia, Ankara has managed to successfully expand its influence on the continent. From drone...

Good @france24.com investigation into Turkey's drone exports to Africa with small contribution from us on civilian casualties

Drones and influence: Exclusive investigation into Turkey's power play in Africa tinyurl.com/29ezpus7 [France24]

Great turnout for today's 'Hands Off Venezuela, Iran and Greenland' demo at 'RAF' (USAF) Fairford @cnduk.bsky.social

Setting up and people beginning to arrive for 'Hands of Venezuela, Iran and Greenland' emergency protest at 'RAF' Fairford today @cnduk.bsky.social @peace-campaigns.quaker.org.uk

Emergency protest at Fairford US base: Sunday 18 Jan (1pm- 2.30pm) Hands off Venezuela, Iran and Greenland – No to War Demonstration and peace vigil at Fairford US air base Sunday 18 January, 1.00 – 2.30 pm Supported by CND, Drone Wars UK, and Oxfordshire Peace Ca…

Join our friends at Drone Wars, CND and Oxfordshire Peace Campaign for an emergency protest at Fairford US base this Sunday 18 Jan (1pm- 2.30pm)

'Hands off Venezuela, Iran and Greenland – No to War'

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Emergency Protest: Join @dronewarsuk.bsky.social, @cnduk.bsky.social and Oxfordshire Peace Campaign at RAF Fairford on Sunday 18th Jan: Hands of Venezuela, Iran and Greenland. More details: dronewars.net/2026/01/13/e...

New satellite imagery showing #RSF one-way attack #drones, likely provided by the UAE, ready for launch north of Nyala airport in #Sudan. These drones have been targeting both military and civilian objects under SAF control, including hospitals and critical infrastructure