Christian Freuding
German military officer
Photo: Polish presidency of the Council of the EU 2025, Public domain (Wikimedia Commons, cropped)
- Oct 1
Germany to form first Bundeswehr drone regiment with 600 troops by 2027
Defence Minister Boris Pistorius announced the unit during tests at the Bergen training grounds, confirming plans for up to 600 personnel and 500-kilometre operating ranges.
- Jun 14
Bundeswehr tests drone-on-drone attacks and electronic warfare in Lithuania exercise
Around 2,900 soldiers take part in 'Freedom Shield 2026' in Pabrade, testing drone swarm attacks, electronic jamming and the harsh terrain near Belarus.