EU drone combat investment surges sixfold, but only third of programs expected to deliver by 2030

EU-level investment in drone combat technology increased sixfold from 2024 to 2025, according to a confidential EU report obtained by Euronews. The report estimates that only one third of these programs will yield results by 2030, highlighting a significant gap between funding and operational capability. This rapid spending surge reflects the EU's urgent response to modern warfare demands, but the low success rate suggests potential inefficiencies or technological hurdles.