Department of Defense Unveils New Counter-UAS System

The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) is enhancing its Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) capabilities in response to the increasing use of unmanned aerial vehicles in combat. Meanwhile, discussions on international humanitarian law (IHL) are focusing on the need for a legal framework for the post-conflict phase, termed 'jus post bellum', which aims to regulate the transition from war to peace. In the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, Prime Minister Netanyahu acknowledged significant intelligence failures leading up to the war, resulting in resignations of several senior military officials. Concurrently, recent Russian missile strikes in Kyiv caused damage to multiple embassies and civilian infrastructure, highlighting the ongoing threat in the region. As Ukraine continues to respond to these attacks, its air defenses are actively intercepting a range of aerial threats, including drones and ballistic missiles. The complex interplay of military strategy, legal frameworks, and diplomatic implications remains crucial in understanding current global conflicts.