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Drones for the Bundeswehr: Helsing and Stark make their move

Both start-ups have had to deal with criticism of their drones. Their “loitering munition” has been tested in Ukraine. But Ukrainian experts report: No drone from the West is ready for the front line right from day one.

28. January 2026
The newly established Artillery Battalion 215 is to be equipped with combat drones in the future. (picture alliance/dpa/Friso Gentsch)

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Last updated: 28. January 2026