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ZALA Aero / LLC CST

Coverage focus: Lancet. A Russian loitering-munition family prominent in public reporting on the war in Ukraine. Different Lancet variants and claimed upgrades need separate sourcing.

Published 20 Sept 2026Updated 20 Sept 2026Sources reviewed 20 Sept 2026

By Defence Drones editorial team

Coverage

This profile currently covers Lancet.

Programme context

Fielded use in Ukraine documented in the UK government's sanctions statement. No independent comparative effectiveness rating is implied.

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Source types identify who makes the claim. Programme milestones and supplier statements should be read in context.

  1. UK sanctions list: LLC CST / ZALA (opens in a new tab)Government / operator
  2. US State Department ZALA production network (opens in a new tab)Government / operator

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