Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Friday, 10 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 14 April 2026. It was answered by Al Carns (Labour) on Monday, 20 April 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Ukraine: Unmanned Air Systems
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the Russian use of the Chinese Shennong Shield-3000 mobile high-energy laser directed energy weapon on Taskforce Kindred’s efforts to support Ukrainian armed forces via drone capability.
- Answer
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The Ministry of Defence continues to work closely with the Government of Ukraine on the sharing of knowledge and insights to ensure that our support meets Ukraine's priority requirements and that the Armed Forces of Ukraine is responding effectively to the evolving threat, including from drones and energy weapons.
Due to operational security, we do not comment on specific capabilities.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 125429
- Session
- 2024-26
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Armed conflict China Lasers Ukraine Russia Unmanned air systems
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- 2026-04-20 14:00:45 +0100
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